(Marine Outside Machinist)- Mastertradesperson 2

HII•Chesapeake, VA

1d•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 Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies 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. Come Join HII Where Hard Stuff Is Done Right! HII Platform Modernization (PM) trades teams provide expert solutions on US Naval Vessel alterations and installations for fleet modernization. The selected Outside Machinist candidate will support PM, working closely with our skilled trades teams, on active class surface ships using various processes, mechanical techniques and related tools to remove, install, and upgrade industrial equipment, ventilation, assisting with alterations and installations for fleet modernization on various contracts.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must have High School education or Trade School or equivalent, and 2 years of related experience.
Must be able to obtain medical clearance to wear a half-face respirator.
Must have experience installing, maintaining and repairing structural and mechanical systems and associated equipment.
Must be able to accurately use and read standard measuring instruments.
Must be familiar with reading and interpreting drawings, blueprints, technical manuals, engineering sketches, charts and/or work orders as well as written and verbal instruction for products to be fabricated and/or installed.
Must be able to work outside of trade specific requirements as team projects require, assisting team members towards task completion.
Must be able to comply with verbal instruction, safety procedures, quality control steps, and procedures.
Must have experience working in a team environment and be able to communicate effectively with others.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance and maintain clearance level throughout employment.
Must be able to obtain shipyard access credentials within 7 days of start date and maintain credentials throughout employment.
Must provide hand tools and trade specific PPE per trades designation.

Nice To Haves

Prefer technical/professional certifications.
Candidates with experience performing mechanical or ventilation work aboard naval vessels are highly preferred.
Candidates with ventilation, HVAC, and ductwork experience are highly preferred.
Candidates who have graduated from and/or completed a vocational school or skilled trades certificate program are preferred.
Current Shipyard Competent Person Certification preferred.
Current OSHA 10 Maritime Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

Display levels of quality, integrity, safety, respect, engagement and performance consistent with company values.
Support trades team by working on active class vessels to assist with alterations and installations for fleet modernization.
Perform all work in accordance with established quality and safety procedures.
Perform a variety of simple and complicated tasks, both routine and non-routine, including those outside of specialty, related to shipboard maintenance to meet standards on various contracts at company, customer and/or field locations.
Install, maintain and repair structural and mechanical systems and associated equipment on naval vessels.
Cut, fit, assemble, bend, and position sheet metal, ductwork, ventilation, and support structures to be attached or welded into jigs, holding fixtures, and existing structure using hand and powered tools.
Apply understanding of production and processes, specialty trades functions and tools to provide technical support, install, operate, maintain, repair, and modify shipboard systems, integrated systems and related equipment at company, customer and/or field locations.
Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions to eliminate problems in minimum time.
Participate in special projects as required.
Develop and use technical documents including controlled work packages, formal work processes and procedures, test documents, reports and task or trip reports.
Inspect completed work for conformance to specifications.