SUPERINTENDENT - CVN 80 UNIT BUILD/UNIT OUTFITTING

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 162,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental and vision

On-site health centers

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII) Newport News Shipbuilding division seeks a Superintendent for CVN 80 unit build and outfitting. Location is Newport News, Virginia.

The role oversees trades personnel, ensures training, and translates strategic plans into actionable shop-floor procedures within a high-stakes naval construction environment. Applicants should bring 8+ years (BS/Apprentice) or 10+ years (non-BS) of construction/production management, with extensive ship construction

Qualifications

• Must have BS/Apprentice + 8 years construction/production management experience.
• Must have Non-BS/Non-Apprentice + 10 years construction/production management experience.
• Extensive knowledge of ship construction, unit building and unit outfitting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, assign, coordinate and evaluate semi-skilled and skilled trades personnel according to their skill, experience and job knowledge.
• Train employees to improve quality and quantity of work performed and assist in developing training procedures.
• Break broad strategies into practical action plans and ensure employees are trained to perform these plans.

Education

BS/Apprentice + 8 years construction/production management experience

Non-BS/Non-Apprentice + 10 years construction/production management experience

Job description

SUPERINTENDENT - CVN 80 UNIT BUILD/UNIT OUTFITTING

Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Sep 28, 2026

Req ID: 49956
Team: X02 CVN 80/81 CARRIER CO
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position:Yes

Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirements: No

Clearance Required:No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range:$162,000.00 to$201,000.00

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

Meet HII's Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25,000 employees - including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders - HII's Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We're the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team?

The Role

Supervises, assigns, coordinates and evaluates semi-skilled and skilled trades personnel according to their skill, experience and job knowledge. Supervises and trains employees to improve quality and quantity of work performed. Recommends training to enhance skill and productivity of employees, and assists in development of training procedures. Breaks broad strategies down to practical action plans and ensures employees are trained to perform these plans. Responsible for complying with all technical aspects of the job including adherence to all drawings, procedures, etc. Responsible for manufacturing, installation, operation, testing, and process operations that have a significant financial impact on the company's performance. Supervises qualified trades staff; monitoring job and budget performance for all shifts.

Must Have

BS/Apprentice + 8 years construction/production management experience OR Non-BS/Non-Apprentice + 10 years construction/production management experience.

Nice to Have

Candidate should have extensive knowledge of ship construction, unit building and unit outfitting

Why HII

We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including:

• medical
• prescription drug
• dental and vision plan choices
• on-site health centers
• tele-medicine
• wellness resources
• employee assistance programs
• savings plan options (401K)
• financial education and planning tools
• life insurance
• tuition reimbursement
• employee discounts
• early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
• and more.

Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.