Full Time Machinist

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Security Clearance: Mission Technologies' Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; 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.
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.
Customer First - Focus on the mission and those we serve.
Shape the Future - Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.
Navy's most powerful warships. Join us as we continue to maintain the Navy's readiness!
We are seeking a Junior Outside Machinist to provide support at Southwest Regional Maintenance Center (SWRMC) Product Family located in San Diego, CA. This Junior Outside Machinist will be responsible for accomplishing mechanical repairs and testing onboard ships and in the shop. To include the removal, repair, overhaul, installation, alignment, troubleshooting, modifying, and testing on ship's mechanical systems and equipment.
Accomplish mechanical repairs and testing onboard ships and in the shop. Work includes removal, repair, overhaul, installation, alignment, troubleshooting, modifying, and testing on ship's mechanical systems, equipment, and components including:
Boat davit equipment, including nitrogen accumulators. System nitrogen charging, hydro testing, and functional/operational testing of related systems.
Torpedo strike down equipment, including lift and dogging hatch actuator cylinders.
Additionally, related couplings, mechanical seals, and other pump-related components.
Capstans, winches, anchor windlasses, steering pumps, sliding pad eyes, and towed array mechanical equipment. Includes equipment brakes and slew motor gear assemblies.
Mag cable reel brake systems.
Morpack and Limitorque motor operated valve (MOV) mechanical gear assemblies and hydraulic control motors.
Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) and JP-5 hose reels.

Uutilize standard mechanic's tools, torque wrenches, micrometers, dial indicators, and other precision measuring instruments, fixtures, portable machine tools, and various gauges in the removal, repair, overhaul, assembly, installation, and testing of equipment, subassemblies, and components.
Disassemble, clean, inspect, and assess equipment parts and components to determine the extent of wear and damage in justification of recommendations for reuse or disposal of assemblies and components.
Identify materials and parts requiring replacement on equipment, components, and subassemblies being worked on. Provide materials and parts replacement recommendations to the Government.
Install foreign material exclusion (FME) coverings on all openings. Identify, tag, and inspect system, equipment, and piping components, connections, fasteners, and parts for reinstallation or replacement.
Drill, tap, thread, and clean various deck and equipment fastener/fastener hole threads, including deck drains and Baxter bolts.
Identify materials and parts requiring replacement on equipment, components, and subassemblies. Provide materials and parts replacement recommendations to the Government.
Must be able to complete OSHA 10, CPR, low speed vehicle training (for operation of carts), and completion of PQS 301 Craftsman qualification within ninety (90) days of providing direct support.
Must be able to obtain and maintain CAC ID Base access and DoD Security Clearance.
May require forklift license depending on shop need - will require forklift physical.
Bonus Points For...
A current, valid DoD confidential security clearance or higher.
Recent Outside Machinist experience on USN ships.
Must be able to work from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms, and where system equipment is in hard-to-reach places, requiring the need to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Be exposed to oil, grease, dirt, dampness, noise, and vibration.
Must be able to frequently lift, carry, and help set up tools, equipment, and parts that weigh up to 50 pounds. Able to work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces.
Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.

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.
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. To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video:

We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; employee assistance programs; financial planning tools, life insurance; 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.
We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; 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.
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.