Aircraft Carrier Maintenance Technician (SkillBridge Intern) - HII Mission Technologies Division
Newport News, VA
About the Job
Requisition Number: 18419
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Temporary Worker
Security Clearance: Secret
Level of Experience: Intern
This opportunity resides with Fleet Sustainment, a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. For 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. From small watercraft to submarines, combatants and aircraft carriers, our systems and maintenance experts help the Navy maintain a high state of readiness. And, we deploy with the most advanced technology and capability available.
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.
Summary
This is an UNPAID internship through the DoD SkillBridge Program for transitioning active-duty US military personnel. DoD SkillBridge Internships are available to help transitioning active-duty military personnel gain real-world experience in the work force sometime during their final 180 days of active-duty service. The intern will actively train on meaningful projects and work closely with a mentor and with senior company leadership. HII Mission Technologies Internship programs are focused on placing transitioning military into internships that require KSAs, Education & Military Training similar to their current or previous military jobs; positions that could easily transition over to a full-time regular and permanent job with HII.
Objective
The SkillBridge intern will train as a Maintenance Technician 4 within HII-Mission Technologies, reporting to a designated HII Supervisor (Kenneth Turner with the goal of learning the maintenance actions and duties required of our Maintenance Technicians in support of the Aircraft Carrier Repair, Maintenance and the required maintainer responsibilities. The intern will be assigned special projects as needed.
Desired End State (3 month target)
- At the end of three months, the intern will be able to further develop skills needed to be presented with a problem, trouble shoot, provide recommendation or path forward to offer a solution, complete reports specific to Maintain equipment and support pier side repair work.
- The intern will develop a good understanding of the Ships Systems and continuous maintaining to include:
- Utilize Formal Work Procedures, schedules and complete maintenance actions
- Troubleshooting and diagnosing shipboard systems
- Documenting conditions found and completing condition reports
Mission Technologies will benefit from the military background of the SkillBridge intern’s marine engineering knowledge and experience specific to Navy Ships and considers the SkillBridge internship an overall positive experience.
Assumptions/Restrictions
- SkillBridge Intern will be eligible for Confidence Clearance.
- SkillBridge Intern will be available during business hours of the contract supported for meetings and training.
Program of Instruction
Training Location: Newport News Shipyard, VA
Training Plan
Contract Introduction
- Week 1: In processing, Introductions/office familiarization.
- Week 2: Introduction to the various Shipboard equipment and upgrades as well as the applicable safety measures required for HII
Maintenance
- Week 3: Intro to basic equipment operations, maintenance and documentation for reporting
- Week 4: Intro to historical problems presented and solutions designed, fabricated and tested to solve the particular problem
- Week 5: Introduction to CAT ET, setup, and operation
- Week 6: Troubleshooting, repair and proper testing
- Week 7: Perform routine maintenance per the Ships schedule under the supervision of senior leadership and document weekly reports for the ship
- Week 8: Plan and execute process to service Ships systems during a lengthy Overhaul
- Week 9: Familiarization with the process when a problem or discrepancy on one of the Ships Systems is identified and how recommendation is provided to the program office
- Week 10: Support development with Electrical MPPS and TSME on the task
- Week 11: Support pierside maintenance repair work orders in accordance with work package
- Week 12: Engage with HII PM and team for each of the Ships systems performance and evaluation feedback.
Minimum Qualifications
Active-Duty Military ONLY within final 180 days of active-duty service. Applications accepted within final 12 months of active-duty service. Education and Experience dependent on Program of Instruction.
- Navy Aircraft Carriers experience required
- Secret Clearance
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Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements will vary and is dependent on the Program of Instruction.
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?
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