Requisition Number: 27802
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $46,046.00 - $54,620.80
Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Level of Experience: Mid
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.
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Job Description
For over a century, HII has built and maintained the U.S. 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.
What You Will Do
Must be able to 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:
Antenna tilting groups (ATGs), twin and single boom.
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.
Various @types and sizes of hydraulic and pneumatic pumps, including centrifugal pumps, vane pumps, sliding shoe pumps, piston pumps, and closed and open-ended pumps. 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.
Slew motors, luff cylinders, and hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders and related components.
Retractable bitts and roller chocks, Baxter bolts, and deck drains.
Morpack and Limitorque motor operated valve (MOV) mechanical gear assemblies and hydraulic control motors.
Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) and JP-5 hose reels.
Must be able to utilize 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.
Must be able to 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.
Protect machined and critical surfaces during removal. 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.
Perform pump and motor alignments using Rotoalign laser alignment optics and reverse indicator methods.
Ensure all removed interferences are correctly reinstalled as part of completion for all shipboard work.
Must be able to 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.
What You Must Have
High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 4 years of related experience. Prefer technical/professional certifications.
Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.
Must be able to compete OHSA 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.
Start date contingent upon approval of base access which is required for this position and continued employment.
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.
Prefer technical/professional certifications.
Physical Requirements
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. Work in inclement weather and/or with high noise levels. 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. Occasionally assist with lifting items that weigh over 50 pounds (two persons required).
Able to 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 require wearing a respirator. Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.
HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; 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.
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 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.
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 Mission Technologies.
