INSIDE MACHINIST SKILLED

U.S. Citizenship is required for this position. Full-time roles with multiple shift availability in a 24/7 manufacturing environment. No relocation assistance or telework opportunities available.

About the role

Precision. Power. Mastery. Become an Inside Machinist at Ingalls Shipbuilding, Mississippi’s largest private employer. Operate complex machining equipment to produce highly precise parts essential to ship systems and machinery for America’s most advanced naval vessels. Your craftsmanship ensures accuracy, reliability, and performance throughout the fleet, contributing to the mission-readiness of our ships.

Pay

Earn up to $37.52 per hour, depending on experience and skill level. Additional opportunities for overtime, specialized training, and long-term advancement.

Responsibilities

• Operate lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and surface grinders to machine precision components.
• Read and interpret blueprints to ensure accurate measurements, tolerances, and final specifications.
• Machine threads, tapered shafts, and other critical ship components.
• Maintain machining tools and equipment in safe, optimal operating condition.
• Work in various shipyard environments and support production requirements.
• Must be available to work any shift in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.

Why this work matters

Inside Machinists produce the components that keep ship systems running smoothly and safely. Your precision machining directly impacts the performance, longevity, and readiness of vessels serving around the world. The craftsmanship you deliver is felt in every mission these ships undertake.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience operating lathes, mills, drill presses, and surface grinders (preferred).
• Ability to read blueprints and machine to exact specifications.
• Skill in machining threads, tapered shafts, and precision components.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work safely in dynamic industrial environments.
• A mindset rooted in accuracy, consistency, and teamwork.
• 3-5 years of current related experience (required).
• Shipyard Inside Machinist experience (nice to have).

About HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space, and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence and 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 prioritizes safety and well-being. We offer a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plan choices.
• On-site health centers and tele-medicine options.
• Wellness resources and employee assistance programs.
• Savings plan options (401K) with financial education and planning tools.
• Life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts.
• Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.

Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.