K54/X18 FOREMAN-MULTIPLE SHIFT-$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

U.S. Citizenship is required for this position. This role is not eligible for relocation assistance or telework, and may require up to 25% travel.

About the Role

Supervises, assigns, coordinates, and evaluates semi-skilled and skilled trades personnel based on their skill, experience, and job knowledge. Supervises and trains employees to improve quality and quantity of work performed. Recommends training to enhance skill and productivity, and assists in the development of training procedures. Translates broad strategies into practical action plans and ensures employees are trained to execute these plans.

Responsible for complying with all technical aspects of the job, including adherence to drawings and procedures. Oversees manufacturing, installation, operation, testing, and process operations that have a significant financial impact on the company's performance. Supervises qualified trades staff and monitors job and budget performance across all shifts.

Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus to new Foreman hires. Current Newport News Shipbuilding employees are also eligible.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree OR
• Apprentice Certification OR
• High School diploma and 4 years of combined manufacturing, shipbuilding, trades, or military experience OR
• Associate Degree in a Trade/Technical field and 3 years of relevant manufacturing, shipbuilding, trade, and/or military experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Apprentice experience
• Welding experience
• Make-up Foreman in X18

This opening is available for multiple shifts.

About the Company

HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia and the sole designer, builder, and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers, as well as one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. With over 25,000 employees, including multi-generational shipbuilders, NNS leads in technology, manufacturing, and integration of the world’s most powerful and survivable naval ships.

HII builds defense technology solutions that safeguard seas, sky, land, space, and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople, AI/ML experts, engineers, technologists, scientists, logistics experts, and business professionals. Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, HII prioritizes safety, well-being, and career growth.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans
• On-site health centers and telemedicine
• Wellness resources and employee assistance programs
• 401K savings plan options with financial education and planning tools
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts
• Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships

Some benefits may vary by division or work location.

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this role is $92,000 to $117,000. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.