Requisition Number: 18124 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Temporary Worker

Security Clearance: Confidential  

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

For this internship, the SkillBridge intern will train as a Hull - Master Tradesperson within HII-Mission Technologies, reporting to a designated HII Supervisor, with the goal of learning Master Tradesperson basics and principles.  The intern will be assigned special projects as needed.

 

Desired End State (3-4 month target)

At the end of four months, the intern will be able to develop skills needed to be presented with a problem, design solutions, fabricate the solutions, test the product, and make alterations based on feedback.  The intern will develop a good understanding of the tradesperson equipments. This includes: Operation, configuration, and maintenance of Hull equipment. Fabrication, testing of AFFF systems, Water Tight / Air Tight Doors, Hatches and scuttles, ability to trouble shoot train sailors on how to repairs damage control closures, valve and pump repair and overhaul and customer interaction Have the ability to read blue prints and research Technical Manuals. Mission Technologies will benefit from the military background of the SkillBridge intern and considers the SkillBridge internship an overall positive experience.

 

Assumptions/Restrictions

If candidate is selected and approved, SkillBridge Intern can travel in conjunction with this internship; HII Mission Technologies will fund all travel costs. SkillBridge Intern will possess at minimum an Active confidential Security Clearance. SkillBridge Intern will be available during core hours for critical meetings and training. Program of Instruction

Training Locations:  Norfolk, VA 

 

Training Plan

 

Phase 1 - Basics

Week 1: In processing, Introductions/office familiarization. Week 2: Introduction to the various equipment used within the shop as well as the applicable safety measures required for operations and presence within the shop. Week 3: Intro to basic equipment operations and maintenance Week 4: Intro to historical problems presented and solutions designed, fabricated and tested to solve the particular problem

 

 

Phase 2 – Designing a Solution

Week 5: Familiarization with procedure development process when a discrepancy is presented Week 6: Familiarization with drawings and schematics Process Week 7: Familiarization with part Selection Week 8: Operating equipment to execute design (week 1 of 2) Week 9: Operating equipment to execute design (week 2 of 2)

 

 

Phase 3 – Testing, Quality, Customer Feedback

Week 10: Creating test procedure for the equipment Week 11: Execute testing and quality checks Week 12: Engage with customer for final product feedback Week 13: Author, review, and edit analysis reports and product alterations if required

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Minimum Qualifications

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

Must currently possess a Confidential or higher security clearance 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.