(Mechanic) Team Lead-29106

About the role

HII is seeking an experienced Team Lead Mechanic to support the sustainment, maintenance, and operational readiness of Uncrewed Surface Vehicles (USVs) and associated ground support equipment. The Team Lead will provide hands-on technical expertise, oversee daily maintenance activities, and ensure all sustainment tasks are completed safely, on schedule, and in alignment with HII engineering, configuration, and quality standards. This role is critical in supporting the reliability, availability, and mission readiness of the HII USV fleet across prototype, test, and operational environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a team of USV sustainment mechanics and technicians
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and corrective maintenance on diesel, hybrid electric, and fully electric propulsion systems
• Maintain and repair USV mechanical systems, including steering, hydraulic systems, launch/recovery hardware, deck machinery, and structural components
• Support integration testing, system bring up, and validation activities during sustainment cycles
• Execute preventive maintenance, inspections, and lifecycle sustainment plans in accordance with OEM and HII standards
• Document maintenance actions in CMMS; ensure configuration control and adherence to technical data packages
• Work closely with engineering, production, logistics, and waterfront operations to resolve technical issues
• Absorb spare parts management, tooling requirements, and vendor coordination
• Support pier side, waterfront, and on water test events as required
• Train junior technicians and reinforce quality workmanship practices
• Promote safety culture and maintain compliance with OSHA, NAVSEA, and shipyard safety requirements

Qualifications

• High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 6 years of related experience to include at least 2 years of team/deck lead experience. Prefer technical/professional certifications. Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.
• 15+ years of mechanical maintenance experience on marine, diesel, industrial, or unmanned systems
• Demonstrated ability to lead or mentor small technical teams
• Proficiency diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems and experience with QMS / quality documentation
• Ability to collaborate and provide Engineers with inputs for prototype development/support
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and engineering documentation
• Experience using a CMMS or digital maintenance tracking system
• Ability to obtain and maintain required site access, clearances, or credentials
• Secret Clearance

Preferred Requirements

• Experience working with USVs, small craft, unmanned maritime systems, or naval vessel support
• Background in marine propulsion, control systems, or powertrain diagnostics
• Experience with prototype, R&D, or test and evaluation environments
• Familiarity with USN/MARMC maintenance standards, ABS/NAVSEA requirements, or HII maritime processes
• Tech certifications (ABYC, diesel OEM certifications, hydraulics, etc.)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 lbs., work in marine environments, and perform tasks in confined spaces or elevated areas
• Capability to work in waterfront conditions and embark small boats or USVs as required
• Experience with QMS / quality documentation
• Ability to collaborate and provide Engineers with inputs for prototype development/support

Benefits

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.