Assistant Welder/Fitter - 28303

Requisition Number: 28303 Required Travel: 11 - 25% Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $35,776.00 - $38,480.00 Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain Level of Experience: Entry Level 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 pieces. HII has supported the U.S. Navy for more than 40 years, maintaining and modernizing its fleet—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—ensuring a high state of readiness. It also supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission by managing and operating its sites and cleaning legacy waste across the country with nuclear and environmental expertise. Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies 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. Role Overview HII Platform Modernization (PM) trades teams provide expert solutions on US Naval Vessel alterations and installations for fleet modernization. The Assistant Welder/Fitter will primarily support PM operations at the Woodlake Fabrication Shop in Chesapeake, VA, with possible periodic local travel to shipyards and military bases. Limited out‑of‑town travel, up to 25%, may be required based on contract needs and trade skill requirements. Occasional weekend or evening work may be necessary to meet high‑volume or short‐notice deadlines. This role is contingent upon being awarded the contract. Essential Job Responsibilities Display levels of quality, integrity, safety, respect, engagement and performance consistent with company values. Gain valuable trades and life experience as you learn and focus your skills, through the direction of senior technical tradespersons in a variety of industrial fabrication duties, towards NAVSEA Welding Certification. Perform routine work technical trades duties, under direction, and in accordance with blueprints and technical manuals, to include support of technical repair, installation, maintenance and modification of structures and systems. Perform semi‑skilled and unskilled specific or general duties, such as supplying or holding materials and tools; cleaning working area, machines, equipment and diverse tasks as directed. Perform semi‑skilled and unskilled laboring duties supporting the fabrication, maintenance, and repair of a wide array of systems and equipment. Apply job skills and company policies to complete a wide range of tasks that vary based on job, contract, customer requirements, specifications, etc. Minimum Qualifications High School education and 1 year of related experience, or Trade School or equivalent. Must be able to obtain medical clearance to wear a half‑face respirator. Must be able to obtain a DoD security clearance and maintain clearance level throughout employment. Must have experience working in a team environment. Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty. Must adhere to safety and quality procedures set forth by HII. Preferred Requirements Related technical Trade School or experience with structural fabrication, shipfitting, or welding. Experience comprehending blueprints or engineering sketches. Prior NAVSEA certified welding experience. Previous work related to technical trades. Candidates who hold a current or active DoD confidential clearance or higher. 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. Most work is performed aboard ships or in industrial conditions. Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States. Benefits Best‑in‑class 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 and opportunities for advance education scholarships Occasional bonus or other non‑recurrent compensation for qualified positions Equal Employment Opportunity 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. Reasonable Accommodation 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. Only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will receive a response at this email address. Additionally, you may call View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mission Technologies, a division of HII