Mastertradesperson 2- Electrician

  • Huntington Ingalls Industries
  • Newport News, Virginia
  • Full Time
Requisition Number: 24783

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $35,776.00 - $43,430.00

Security Clearance: None

Level of Experience: Mid

Meet HIIs Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role thats right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

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Job Description

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Electrician Mastertradesperson 2 to perform advanced electrical work, including installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems and equipment. Our team works on the only shipyard to execute the Refueling and Complex Overhaul (RCOH) of a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier. The RCOH team includes refueling of nuclear reactors, overhauling most machinery, and modernizing warfare systems. RCOH ensures the Navy's aircraft carriers incorporate improved capabilities needed for success in the remaining 25 years of service. Your accomplishments will make a positive impact supporting the U.S. Navy and Americas national defense.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Assist in leading trades team by working on active class surface ships to assist with alterations and installations for fleet modernization

Work to meet standards on various contracts such as Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Naval Information Warfare Systems Command and Naval Surface Warfare Center.

Install, operate, maintain, repair, and modify equipment.

Perform a variety of maintenance and technical support on shipboard systems, integrated systems and related equipment/software at Newport News Shipyard.

Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunction to eliminate problems in minimum time.

Apply comprehensive understanding of production and processes toward completion of assignments.

Responsible for interfacing with customers, managing subcontractors and ability to provide work direction to others.

Perform a variety of complicated and non-routine tasks.

Develop and use technical documents including controlled work packages, formal work processes and procedures, test documents, reports and task or trip reports.

Schedule, report and brief customers and senior management.

Perform duties outside of specialty in order to complete installation or work assignment.

Minimum Qualifications

+ High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 2 years of related experience. Prefer technical/professional certifications. Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.

+ Candidate must have knowledge and experience with troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs of electrical systems and its associated equipment.

+ Candidate must be proficient in reading drawings and schematics.

+ Candidate must be able to follow and enforce safety procedures to ensure a safe and secure work environment.

+ Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD confidential security clearance and maintain clearance level throughout employment.

+ Candidate must be able to obtain base access credentials within 60 days of start date and maintain credentials throughout employment.

+ Candidate must be able to provide hand tools per trade designation.

+ Candidate must be a U.S. citizen.

Preferred Requirements

Candidates who have graduated from and/or completed a vocational school, apprenticeship program or a skilled trades certificate program are preferred.

Candidate with a current or active DoD clearance preferred.

OSHA 10 Maritime Certification

NAVSEA Cableway Improvement certification

Muli-Pin Connector experience

Knowledge of Navy Tag Out program, NSTM 300, and 3M manual

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces. Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels. May ride ships at sea for extended periods. May require wearing a respirator. Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.

HII is more than a job - its 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. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

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.

Why HII

We build the worlds most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of Americas top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts peoples safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, youll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Job ID: 488240435
Originally Posted on: 8/6/2025

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