Marine Mechanic - 25021

  • Huntington Ingalls Industries
  • Chesapeake, Virginia
  • Full Time

Requisition Number: 25021

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $41,600.00 - $50,000.00

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

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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Summary

Join HII as we keep the world's most powerful Navy afloat! Join our Elevator Support Unit (ESU) as a Marine Mechanic! This position will support contracted skilled trades work on Weapon Elevators and Aircraft Elevators and their systems on U.S. Navy ships. Travel within and outside of the continental United States may be required. This is a full-time position, located in Chesapeake, VA.

What You Will Do

  • Perform maintenance and repairs on aircraft carrier elevators, cargo handling systems, vertical stores conveyors, and associated equipment.

  • Work closely with higher level employee in specialized assignments.

  • May train/assist other employees/navy personal on shipboard systems and day-today operation.

  • Work includes daily activities of physical labor in an industrial and shipboard environment.

  • Applies comprehensive understanding of production and processes toward completion of assignments.

What You Must Have

  • High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 2 years of related experience.

  • Must be able to obtain medical clearance to wear a half-face respirator.

  • Must be able to obtain base access credentials within 60 days of start date, and maintain credentials throughout employment.

  • Must be able to travel when not assigned to local tasking.

  • Must have experience installing, maintaining and repairing structural and mechanical systems and associated equipment.

  • Must have experience using various power tools and measurement devices.

  • Must have the ability to read, interpret and follow blueprints, technical drawings and/or technical manuals.

  • Must have knowledge of safety and quality control steps and procedures.

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance, and maintain clearance level throughout employment.

  • Must be able to provide hand tools per trades designation.

Preferred: Bonus Points For

  • Experience related to maintenance and repair of shipboard aircraft elevator, ordnance handling equipment, or vertical package conveyors preferred.

  • Prior Shipboard experience preferred.

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

  • Current or active DoD clearance a plus.

  • OSHA 10 Maritime Certification a plus.

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: 489466696
Originally Posted on: 8/15/2025

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