MACHINIST EXPERIENCED

Req ID: 47607 Team: X43 MACH INSTALL Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required: Yes Employment Type: Full‑Time Shift: Multiple Relocation Assistance: None Telework: Not Eligible Travel: No Security Clearance: Not Required to Start Company Overview HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia and the sole designer, builder, and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers. Position Overview Outside machinists install, groom, and test ship’s major mechanical components and systems on commercial and naval ships. Responsibilities include working on steam turbines, reduction gears, propellers, reactor components, catapults, weapons systems, periscopes, and support equipment such as laundry, food service, and refrigeration. Key Responsibilities Operate a wide variety of tools and machinery ranging from wrenches and screwdrivers to saws, drill presses, optical equipment, mills, portable machines, boring equipment, precision grinders, instruments, and lathes. Physical Requirements Climb ladders and work at extreme heights. Work in small, tight, or confined spaces. Kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb daily. Lift heavy objects ≥ 40 lbs. Reach overhead repeatedly. Work indoors or outdoors all year in all weather. Work in areas with radiation. Pass a respirator fit test. Shift schedule as production needs. Pass a Physical Agility Test. Qualifications Candidates must be 18 years or older and legally eligible to work in the United States. Minimum experience: 3 + years as a machinist, machinist mate, mechanic/automotive repairman, engine man, heavy equipment repairman, or similar. Nice to Have Prior mechanical experience such as automotive repair, plant maintenance, machinery installation/repair. Completion of a technical/vocational program in machining, diesel technology, automotive, HVAC, or mechanical. Benefits Competitive pay, weekly paychecks, paid time off, paid holidays, on‑site health center, 401(k) company match, medical benefits, and employee discounts. Equal Opportunity Employer 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, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr