Marine Mechanic - 30033

HII's Mission Technologies division•Chesapeake, VA

7d•$44,808 - $58,000•Onsite

About The Position

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business. As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts. For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness. HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges. Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities: Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success. Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust. Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work. Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve. Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose. These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies. Summary Join HII as we keep the world's most powerful Navy afloat! Join our Elevator Support Unit (ESU) as a Marine Mechanic! This position will support contracted skilled trades work on Weapon Elevators and Aircraft Elevators and their systems on U.S. Navy ships. Travel within and outside of the continental United States may be required. This is a full-time position, located in Chesapeake, VA.

Requirements

High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 4 years of related experience.
Must be able to obtain medical clearance to wear a half-face respirator.
Must be able to obtain base access credentials within 60 days of start date, and maintain credentials throughout employment.
Must be able to travel when not assigned to local tasking.
Must have experience installing, maintaining and repairing structural and mechanical systems and associated equipment.
Must have experience using various power tools and measurement devices.
Must have the ability to read, interpret and follow blueprints, technical drawings and/or technical manuals.
Must have knowledge of safety and quality control steps and procedures.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance, and maintain clearance level throughout employment.
Must be able to provide hand tools per trades designation.

Nice To Haves

Experience related to maintenance and repair of shipboard aircraft elevator, ordnance handling equipment, or vertical package conveyors preferred.
Experience in the operation, repair and maintenance of marine hydraulic systems highly desired.
Prior Shipboard experience preferred.
Candidates who have graduated from and/or completed a vocational school, apprenticeship program or a skilled trades certificate program are preferred.
Current or active DoD security clearance a plus.
OSHA 10 Maritime Certification a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repairs on aircraft carrier elevators, cargo handling systems, vertical stores conveyors, and associated equipment.
May provide direction and lead others.
Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions to eliminate problems in minimum time. Apply comprehensive understanding of production and processes toward completion of assignments.
May manage one or more multiple jobs. Perform a variety of complicated and non-routine tasks including duties outside of specialty in order to complete installation or work assignment.
Develop and use technical documents including controlled work packages, formal work processes and procedures, test documents, reports and task or trip reports.
Schedule, report and brief customers and senior management.