Skilled Machinist - Naval Shipbuilding & Heavy Machinery

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries' Newport News Shipbuilding division is hiring Outside Machinists to install, groom and test ship components on commercial or naval vessels at various stages of construction, overhaul or repair.

The role requires ability to lift 40 pounds, pass background/drug screen, and work in all weather with overtime as needed; candidates with 1–3 years in mechanical maintenance or machinist roles are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be able to take measurements or be willing to learn.
• Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen
• Must be able to pass physical agility test
• Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb on a daily basis
• Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds
• Must be able to perform overhead work
• Must be able to work overtime as needed
• Must be able to be clean shaven to wear a respirator
• Must be able to perform work outdoors, year-round, in all weather conditions
• Must be able to work at extreme heights
• Must be able to work in small, tight, confined spaces
• Must be willing to work any shift
• Qualified candidates must have one to three (1-3) years experience in automotive maintenance/repair, diesel engine maintenance/repair, heavy equipment maintenance/repair, commercial/industrial maintenance HVAC, aviation, refrigeration, plant maintenance, as a machinist, machinist mate, or similar experience.

Responsibilities

• Outside machinists install, groom and test the ship’s major mechanical components and systems.
• Work occurs on commercial or naval ships in various stages of new construction, overhaul or repair.
• Operate a wide variety of tools and machinery.

Job description

Huntington Ingalls Industries' Newport News Shipbuilding division is hiring Outside Machinists to install, groom and test ship components on commercial or naval vessels at various stages of construction, overhaul or repair.

The role requires ability to lift 40 pounds, pass background/drug screen, and work in all weather with overtime as needed; candidates with 1–3 years in mechanical maintenance or machinist roles are encouraged to apply.