Requisition Number: 18420

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Temporary Worker

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Intern

This opportunity resides with Fleet Sustainment, a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. For 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. From small watercraft to submarines, combatants and aircraft carriers, our systems and maintenance experts help the Navy maintain a high state of readiness. And, we deploy with the most advanced technology and capability available.

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. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

Summary

This is an UNPAID internship through the DoD SkillBridge Program for transitioning active-duty US military personnel. DoD SkillBridge Internships are available to help transitioning active-duty military personnel gain real-world experience in the work force sometime during their final 180 days of active-duty service. The intern will actively train on meaningful projects and work closely with a mentor and with senior company leadership. HII Mission Technologies Internship programs are focused on placing transitioning military into internships that require KSAs, Education & Military Training similar to their current or previous military jobs; positions that could easily transition over to a full-time regular and permanent job with HII.

Objective

The SkillBridge intern will train as a Master Trades Person 2 - 3 within HII-Mission Technologies, reporting to a designated HII Supervisor (Michael Bajsert), with the goal of learning the maintenance actions and duties required of our Master Trades Person 2 - 3 in support of ACCCIT (Aircraft Carrier Climate Control Improvement Team) and the required maintenance responsibilities on recirc systems, supply systems, exhaust systems, toxic gas damper, and unit heaters.

Desired End State (3–4-month target)

• At the end of four months, the intern will be able to further develop skills needed to be presented with a problem, trouble shoot, provide recommendation or path forward to offer a solution, complete repairs specific to shipboard ventilation systems to include recirc systems, supply systems, exhaust systems, toxic gas damper, and unit heaters. ACCCIT also conducts routine maintenance and repairs to unit heaters, and toxic gas dampers.

• The intern will develop a good understanding of the following ACCCIT systems (recirc systems, supply systems, exhaust systems, toxic gas damper, and unit heaters.):

• Familiarization with basic inspection and overhaul.

• Planning and scheduling of required documents and tools needed for repairs.

• Documenting conditions found and discrepancies repaired in applicable work packages.

• Mission Technologies will benefit from the military background of the SkillBridge intern’s marine engineering knowledge and experience specific to Army Watercraft and considers the SkillBridge internship an overall positive experience.

Assumptions/Restrictions

• SkillBridge Intern will be eligible for Secret Clearance.

• SkillBridge Intern will be available during business hours of the contract supported for meetings and training.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Training Location: Newport News Shipyard, VA

Training Plan

ACCCIT

+ + Week 1: In processing, Introductions/ ship familiarization layout and evacuation procedures.

• Week 2: Introduction to the various safety aspects for HII / Mission Technologies and required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) needed for the job.

• Week 3: Intro to basic assessment prior to starting a task to find discrepancies.

• Week 4: Tools and their uses utilized within ACCCIT.

• Week 5: What paperwork is needed to start work on each recirc system, supply system, exhaust system, toxic gas damper, and unit heater. How to fill out work packages in accordance with company procedure to capture all work and tests completed.

• Week 6: Understanding how components function and the effects they have on recirc systems, supply systems, exhaust systems, toxic gas damper, and unit heaters.

• Week 7: Historical problems presented, and solutions designed, fabricated, and tested to solve the problems on recirculation systems, supply systems, exhaust systems, toxic gas damper, and unit heaters.

• Week 8: Perform routine maintenance and repairs on recirc systems, supply systems, exhaust systems, toxic gas damper, and unit heaters. per the schedule under the supervision of senior leadership and document daily work.

• Week 9: Familiarization with the process when a problem or discrepancy on the recirc systems, supply systems, exhaust systems, toxic gas damper, and unit heaters is identified and how to properly repair and document work.

• Week 10: Special Evolutions rigging, testing of recirc systems, supply systems, exhaust systems, toxic gas damper, and unit heaters.

• Week 11: Interfacing with the shipyard, government representatives and ships force.

• Week 12: Engage with HII PM and team for each of the ACCCIT systems performance and evaluation feedback.

Minimum Qualifications

Active-Duty Military ONLY within final 180 days of active-duty service. Applications accepted within final 12 months of active-duty service. Education and Experience dependent on Program of Instruction.

• 4 years’ experience with mechanical tools and shipboard repairs.

• Secret security clearance

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Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements will vary and is dependent on the Program of Instruction.

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 diverse 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.

Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees.

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 buildyourcareer@hii-co.com 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 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Technical Solutions.