Calling All Shipboard Trades! - 30743

HII's Mission Technologies division•San Diego, CA

11d•$43,180 - $91,520

About The Position

HII’s Platform Modernization team is recruiting shipboard tradespeople for fleet modernization work in the San Diego, California area. This pipeline requisition covers multiple specialties and experience levels, including welders, mechanics, electricians, electronics technicians, pipefitters, and general laborers. Work supports active-class submarines, surface ships, and shore-based communication facilities, using mechanical tools to install, upgrade, remove, and modify industrial equipment and systems. Employees may travel to shipyards and military bases in or outside the United States when not assigned to local work. Travel and lodging expenses are covered, and per diem is provided based on location while traveling. The role includes six levels, from Trades Assistant through Tech Subject Matter Expert, with qualifications ranging from a high school diploma or equivalent to up to eight years of related experience and specific systems expertise. Hourly salary ranges vary by level, from $20.76–$21 for Trades Assistant to $35–$44 for Tech Subject Matter Expert. Employees must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance and obtain base and ship access. They must be able to read blueprints, engineering sketches, charts, and work orders, follow written and verbal instructions, and provide their own hand tools as designated for their specialty. The position may involve work aboard ships and in shipyards, industrial conditions, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, high heat, humidity, noise, and dirty conditions. Travel may be required within and outside the continental United States, and employees may ride ships at sea for extended periods.

Requirements

High school education, trade school, or equivalent, and 0–8 years of related experience, depending on level.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Ability to obtain base and ship access.
Ability to work from blueprints, engineering sketches, charts, and work orders, and follow written and verbal instructions.
Must provide own hand tools as designated for the trades specialty.
Trades Assistant: high school diploma or equivalent.
Tradesperson 1: high school diploma and one year of related experience, or trade school or equivalent.
Tradesperson 2: high school education, trade school, or equivalent, and two years of related experience.
Tradesperson 3: high school education, trade school, or equivalent, and four years of related experience.
Tradesperson 4: high school education, trade school, or equivalent, and six years of related experience.
Tech Subject Matter Expert: high school education, trade school, or equivalent, and eight years of related experience, including specific systems expertise.
Ability to lift, carry, and transport heavy equipment and boxes; specific requirements depend on the job and are no less than 30 pounds.
Ability to work on and climb ladders and work aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions, and in confined spaces.
Ability to perform duties that may involve high heat, humidity, noise, dirty conditions, working aloft, or working over vessel sides.
May be required to wear a respirator.

Nice To Haves

Experience or knowledge in various welding processes and positions. Welders must demonstrate required processes through qualification testing and pass with a satisfactory grade from the Quality Assurance Team within the first three weeks after starting for continued employment.
Alteration Installation Team (AIT) experience.
Current welding, electrical, mechanical, or pipefitting experience; certifications are highly desired.
Shipboard experience.
Currently enrolled in, graduated from, or completed a vocational school or skilled trades certificate program.
Current OSHA 10 Maritime Certificate.

Responsibilities

Install, operate, maintain, repair, and modify structures, equipment, and systems across various platforms and technical environments.
Support system upgrades, removals, troubleshooting, and modernization efforts using appropriate technical tools and methods.
Provide technical support for equipment, integrated systems, and associated software at customer or field locations.
Evaluate system performance, diagnose malfunctions, and resolve issues efficiently.
Coordinate work in alignment with engineering changes and maintain effective communication with customers.
Provide onsite training to support personnel when needed.
Apply knowledge of production methods, processes, and procedures while assisting with work packages, procedures, test documents, and reports.
Perform tasks outside the primary specialty when needed to complete assignments.

Benefits

Per diem based on location when traveling; company-covered travel and lodging expenses.
Medical, dental, and vision plan choices.
Wellness resources and employee assistance programs.
Savings Plan Options (401(k)) and financial planning tools.
Life insurance and employee discounts.
Paid holidays and paid time off.
Tuition reimbursement.
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.
Competitive benefits and educational and training programs for continual career growth.
Bonus or other non-recurrent compensation may occasionally be offered for qualified positions, if applicable.