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Requisition Number:30571

Required Travel: 51 - 75%

Employment Type:

Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$36,920.00-$41,080.00

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 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 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.

HII’s Platform Modernization (PM) organization provides industry‑leading shipboard alteration and installation services that play a vital role in advancing fleet modernization and readiness. We are seeking a motivated Entry‑Level Trades Assistant to join our team and support our skilled trades professionals in delivering high‑quality industrial and shipboard modernization work.

In this role, you will work alongside experienced trades personnel, assisting with the removal, installation, and upgrade of industrial and shipboard systems. This position offers an excellent opportunity to build foundational skills, gain hands‑on experience with a variety of tools and equipment, and contribute to mission‑essential projects across multiple Naval platforms.

This position requires travel to shipyards and military bases in the Hampton Roads region, throughout the United States, and internationally when needed. Travel may reach up to 75% when not assigned to local work. Per diem is provided based on location, and all travel and lodging expenses are fully covered by the company.

There is a possibility for weekend and/or overtime work, depending on contract schedules and the requirements associated with your assigned tasks.

• Display levels of quality, integrity, safety, respect, engagement, responsibility and performance consistent with company values.
• The selected candidate will support MSO, under direction, assisting with the performance…