Hull - Master Tradesperson (SkillBridge Intern) - 18124

About the role

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 workforce 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Be assigned special projects as needed.

Requirements

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.

Qualifications

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.

Skills

Desired End State (3-4 month target):

• Develop skills needed to be presented with a problem, design solutions, fabricate the solutions, test the product, and make alterations based on feedback.
• Develop a good understanding of the tradesperson equipments.
  • Operation, configuration, and maintenance of Hull equipment.
  • Fabrication, testing of AFFF systems, Water Tight / Air Tight Doors, Hatches and scuttles.
  • Able to trouble shoot train sailors on how to repairs damage control closures, valve and pump repair and overhaul and customer interaction.
  • Ability to read blue prints and research Technical Manuals.

Benefits

Mission Technologies will benefit from the military background of the SkillBridge intern and considers the SkillBridge internship an overall positive experience.

Pay

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. 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.

Schedule

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

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.

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.