NUMERICAL CONTROL PGMR 4

U.S. Citizenship is required for this position. This is a full-time, 1st shift role located at Newport News Shipbuilding. Relocation assistance is not available, and telework is not eligible.

About the Role

Develops and writes programs for numerically controlled machines using engineering specifications and drawings. Analyzes engineering drawings to define configuration of parts and determine type and sequence of machine operations. Develops programs for machining parts, tools, or sheet metal on numerically controlled machine tools.

• Makes proper cutter selections for each part, taking into consideration such factors as speeds, types of cutters, feeds, and control system limitations.
• Selects program routines for the most efficient computer calculation of dimensional and machining requirements for each part.
• Tests and modifies existing parts programs for engineering changes or program improvements.

Requirements

Must meet one of the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree and 9 years of relevant exempt experience.
• Master’s Degree and 7 years of relevant professional experience.
• For Information Technology Related Positions Only: NNS Apprentice School graduate or Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate.
• Associate's Degree or other formal 2-year program and 2 years of relevant exempt experience or 4 years of relevant non-exempt experience.
• Military Paygrade E-5 or above military experience.
• High School/GED and 4 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience, or other relevant exempt experience.
• High School/GED and 8 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience, or other relevant non-exempt experience.
• A relevant professional certification can be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree.

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 more than 25,000 employees, including multi-generational shipbuilders, our team collaborates at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.

HII builds defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space, and cyber domains. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople, AI/ML experts, engineers, technologists, scientists, logistics experts, and business administration professionals. We are recognized as one of America’s top large company employers and are a values-driven organization prioritizing safety and well-being.

Benefits

HII offers comprehensive benefits, including:

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

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