X33 PRODUCT TRAINER 2

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; Virginia; On-site; USD 66,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. in Newport News, VA, is seeking a X33 Product Trainer 2 to plan, develop, and coordinate in-house training for field support personnel and customers.

The role requires a combination of education and exempt experience, with emphasis on X33 skills such as coatings and blasting. The position is full-time, on-site at Newport News Shipbuilding, with no relocation or telework eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years of exempt experience; Master's degree and 1 year of exempt experience.
• NNS Apprentice School graduate as an equivalent qualification.
• High school and 5 years combined manufacturing, shipbuilding, trades, military experience or other relevant non-exempt experience as an equivalent.
• Graduation from Navy Nuclear Power School as an equivalent.
• 3 years of relevant manufacturing, shipbuilding, trade and/or military experience in addition to the education requirement.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, and coordinates in-house product training programs for field support personnel and customers.
• Obtains information needed to prepare in-house training programs; prepares training materials; develops course content; determines methodology; and coordinates the development of training aids.
• Conducts training sessions and develops criteria for evaluating effectiveness of training activities.
• Continuously revises lesson plans to meet new training requirements and to keep technical information up to date.

Skills

X33 skills

Education

Bachelor's degree + 3 years exempt

NNS Apprentice School graduate

High school + 5 years non-exempt

Navy Nuclear Power School

3 years relevant military/manufacturing experience

Job description

X33 PRODUCT TRAINER 2

Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Aug 5, 2026

Req ID: 48693

Team: O26 PROD&MAINT SKILLS TRNG

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time

Shift: Multiple

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: $66,000.00 to $83,000.00

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.

The Role

Plans, develops, and coordinates in-house product training programs for field support personnel and customers. Obtains information needed to prepare in-house training programs; prepares training materials; develops course content; determines methodology; and coordinates the development of training aids. Conducts training sessions and develops criteria for evaluating effectiveness of training activities. May utilize trainers with technical expertise. Continuously revises lesson plans to meet new training requirements and to keep technical information up to date.

Must Have

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years of exempt experience; Master's degree and 1 year of exempt experience
• One of the following may be used as equivalent to a bachelor's degree to meet minimum qualifications:
  • NNS Apprentice School graduate
  • High school and 5 years combined manufacturing, shipbuilding, trades, military experience or other relevant non-exempt experience
  • Graduation from Navy Nuclear Power School
• The following may be used as equivalent to the number of exempt years of experience required, in addition to the education requirement above: 3 years of relevant manufacturing, shipbuilding, trade and/or military experience

Nice to Have

• Have NNS hands on and/or supervisory experience in X33 Skills (i.e., Coatings and Blasting). Any SSPC/AMPP certification and cross training in insulation is a bonus.

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.

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