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Marine Technician - 21000 - Military Veterans

at Huntington Ingalls Industries

Requisition Number: 21000

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $53,354.00 - $57,616.00

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience: Mid

Meet HII's 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 that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

Who We Are

We are seeking a technician for the SECAP Surface Enhance Capability to Assess Program team who will schedule and track damage control assessments on U.S. Naval Vessels. This technician also conducts troubleshooting and repairs on HM&E systems, specifically: Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF), Counter Measure Washdown (CMWD), Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), Halon, Main Drainage, and Fire-main systems in accordance with Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JIFMM) and International Standards Organization (ISO). SECAP works with AFFF/ Counter Measure Wash Down (CMWD) systems onboard all U.S. Naval vessels. This is a full-time, hourly position located in San Diego, CA.

What You Will Do

  • Assess, Train, and assist in the repair of AFFF system/ station valves with Damage Control and Hull Repair personnel. Coordinated the Assessment of all West Coast Naval Vessels for AFFF/ CMWD.
  • Identifying issues in three categories (Major, Minor, Repair Before Operating (RBO). Trained Sailors in all aspects of AFFF & CMWD systems configuration (by class of ship), valve recognition, and system repair.
  • Utilizes an "On Hands" approach/ technique specific to the Sailors individual strengths to benefit the Sailor as well as the command.
  • Assisted Ships force in the identification of proper materials and manuals necessary to make repairs to maintain AFFF/ CMWD systems. Conducted AFFF system validation to ensure accuracy of proper documentation in reporting deficiencies through ships CSMP.
  • Provided written documentation to both surface ships and SURFPAC to the Commands current status of AFFF and CMWD.


What You Must Have

  • High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 6 years of related experience.
  • Must have Mechanical experience troubleshooting and repairing U.S. Navy Ships.
  • Must have experience in US Navy valve repairs.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain DBIDS (Base Access) and a DoD Security Clearance.
  • Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.


Preferred: Bonus Points For

  • A current and valid DoD Security Clearance
  • Prior US Navy experience as a Hull Technician or Damage Controlman is a plus.
  • Experience with U.S. marine sewage systems.
  • Knowledge of any of the below:
    • Collection hold and transfer (CHT)
    • Vacuum Collection hold and transfer (VCHT)


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 - it's 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.

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

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll 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.
Today's challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It's why we're focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees.

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.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.

San Diego, CA

Salary Range
$53,354 to $57,616
Huntington Ingalls Industries

Huntington Ingalls Industries is America’s largest military shipbuilding company and a provider of professional services to partners in government and industry. For more than a century, HII’s Newport News and Ingalls shipbuilding divisions in Virginia and Mississippi have built more ships in more ship classes than any other U.S. naval shipbuilder. HII’s Technical Solutions division provides mission-critical national security solutions to government and commercial customers worldwide. Headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, HII employs about 44,000 people operating both domestically and internationally.

  • Builder of the most complex ships in the world for 135 years at Newport News, and 82 years at Ingalls.
  • Sole builder of U.S. Navy aircraft carriers, the world’s largest warships, and one of two builders constructing nuclear-powered submarines.
  • Exclusive provider of refueling services for nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, at the forefront of new ship technologies, specialized manufacturing capabilities and nuclear facility management.
  • Largest industrial employer in Virginia and Mississippi, and an employer in Louisiana and Alabama.
  • Largest supplier of U.S. Navy surface combatants—has built more than 70 percent of Navy fleet of warships.
  • Builder-of-record for Aegis DDG 51 class of guided missile destroyers.
  • Builder of record for the LHA 6 class large-deck amphibious ships and the sole builder of the Navy’s newest fleet of the San Antonio (LPD 17) class amphibious assault ships.
  • Builder-of-record for the flagship of the U.S. Coast Guard – the National Security Cutter.
  • Provider of mission critical and practical solutions to a wide variety of government and commercial customers worldwide through Technical Solutions.
  • Provider of advanced unmanned maritime solutions for defense, marine research and commercial applications
  • Next-generation enterprise IT and C51SR
  • Management and operations of Department of Energy nuclear sites
  • Fleet sustainment
  • Employs more than 6,800 engineers and designers.
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