Calling All Shipboard Trades! - 29381

Requisition Number: 29381 Required Travel: 51 - 75% Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $43,180.80 - $91,520.00 Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain Level of Experience: Mid 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. Summary Are you looking to join a team of professionals for a long term secure and rewarding employment opportunity? Then join our Platform Modernization (PM) team whose accomplishments make a positive impact supporting the U.S. Navy and national defense! This is a pipeline requisition for potential shipboard Trades for fleet modernization in the Seattle/Everett, WA areas. These Trades will be supporting our Plaform Modernizaton department working on active class submarines, surface ships, and shore-based communication facilities using various mechanical tools to install, upgrade and remove industrial equipment to assist with alterations and installations. Selected candidate will be required to travel to shipyards and military bases located around or out of the country when not assigned to a local task. Per Diem available based on location when on travel, travel and lodging expenses are covered by the company. We are hiring across multiple levels and trades specialties (Welders, Mechanics, Electricians, etc.) and welcome applicants with a range of Trades experience. Whether you are early in your career or bring several years of expertise, we encourage you to apply. Trades Assistant (HS diploma or equivalent) - Salary $20.76 - $21 an hour Tradesperson 1 (HS diploma and 1 year related experience, or Trade School or equivalent.) - Salary $21 - 22 an hour Tradesperson 2 (High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 2 years of related experience.) - Salary $25 - 27 an hour Tradesperson 3 (High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 4 years of related experience.) - Salary $28 - 32 an hour Tradesperson 4 (High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 6 years of related experience.) - Salary $31 - $38 an hour Tech Subject Matter Expert (High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 8 years of related experience, to include specific systems expertise.) - Salary $35 - $44 an hour What You Will Do Performs installation, operation, maintenance, repair, and modification of equipment and systems across various platforms and technical environments. Supports system upgrades, removals, troubleshooting, and modernization efforts using appropriate technical tools and methods. Conducts technical support on equipment, integrated systems, and associated software at customer or field locations. Evaluates system performance, diagnoses malfunctions, and resolves issues efficiently. Coordinates work in alignment with engineering changes and maintains effective communication with customers. May provide onsite training to support personnel. Applies knowledge of production methods, processes, and procedures while assisting with technical documentation such as work packages, procedures, test documents, and reports. Performs tasks outside the primary specialty when needed to complete assignments. What You Must Have Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance. Must be able to obtain base and ship access. Must be able to work from blueprints, engineering sketches, charts or work orders as well as written and verbal instruction as needed. High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 0 - 8 years of related experience. Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty. Preferred Requirements Candidate with experience/knowledge in various welding processes in all positions. **Welder Candidates must be able to demonstrate welding ability on needed processes through qualification testing and pass with a satisfactory grade from our Quality Assurance Team within the first three weeks from start date for continued employment. Alterantion Installation Team (AIT) experience. Current or previous electrical/mechanical experience. Candidate with shipboard experience highly desired. Candidates who are currently enrolled or have graduated from and/or completed a vocational school or skilled trades certificate program are preferred. Current OSHA 10 Maritime Certificate a plus. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces. Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels. May ride ships at sea for extended periods. May require wearing a respirator. Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States. The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills. Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. 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. Our 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. 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. Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies. HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application. #J-18808-Ljbffr Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.