HII
SHIPFITTER TRAINEE OR CERTIFICATION - FOR 2026 HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS OR GRADUATES
HII, Newport News, Virginia, United States, 23600
SHIPFITTER TRAINEE / CERTIFICATION – FOR 2026 HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS OR GRADUATES
Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States
Date posted: Dec 31, 2025
Req ID: 44053
Team: X11 FITTERS
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required: Yes
Employment type: Full-Time
Shift: Multiple
Relocation assistance: Available
Virtual/Telework: Not eligible
Travel Requirement: 10%—25% of the time
Clearance Requirements: None to start
About the Role Sign-on bonus:
$500 for Trade Trainee hires.
Relocation bonus:
$500 for hires living 50 miles or greater from Newport News, VA.
Benefits:
competitive pay, weekly paychecks, paid time off, paid holidays, medical benefits including an on‑site health center, 401K company match, employee discounts, and more.
Training:
New hires with no trades experience must complete a three‑week (120 hours) unpaid program. Candidates who hold a certificate or diploma in Shipfitting or a directly related field can be considered for a waiver.
Qualifications
Must be able to pass a 3‑week (unpaid) program (120 hours, 7:00 am–3:30 pm Monday–Friday) OR present one or more certificates of completion or a diploma in Shipfitting or a directly related field.
Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen.
Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb on a daily basis.
Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds.
Must be able to perform overhead work.
Must be able to work overtime as needed.
Must be able to be clean shaven to wear a respirator.
Must be able to perform work outdoors year‑round in all weather conditions.
Must be able to work at extreme heights.
Must be able to work in small, tight, confined spaces.
Must be willing to work any shift.
Nice to Have
High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
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. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople, artificial intelligence, machine learning experts, engineers, technologists, scientists, logisticians, and business professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large‑company employers, we put people’s safety and well‑being first. 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.
Comprehensive benefits include medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plan choices, on‑site health centers, tele‑medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, 401K savings plan with company match, financial education and planning tools, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your division or work location.
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, veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.
To request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email buildyourcareer@hii-co.com or call 1-844-849-8463 (press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding).
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Date posted: Dec 31, 2025
Req ID: 44053
Team: X11 FITTERS
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required: Yes
Employment type: Full-Time
Shift: Multiple
Relocation assistance: Available
Virtual/Telework: Not eligible
Travel Requirement: 10%—25% of the time
Clearance Requirements: None to start
About the Role Sign-on bonus:
$500 for Trade Trainee hires.
Relocation bonus:
$500 for hires living 50 miles or greater from Newport News, VA.
Benefits:
competitive pay, weekly paychecks, paid time off, paid holidays, medical benefits including an on‑site health center, 401K company match, employee discounts, and more.
Training:
New hires with no trades experience must complete a three‑week (120 hours) unpaid program. Candidates who hold a certificate or diploma in Shipfitting or a directly related field can be considered for a waiver.
Qualifications
Must be able to pass a 3‑week (unpaid) program (120 hours, 7:00 am–3:30 pm Monday–Friday) OR present one or more certificates of completion or a diploma in Shipfitting or a directly related field.
Must be willing to undergo a background investigation and drug screen.
Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb on a daily basis.
Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds.
Must be able to perform overhead work.
Must be able to work overtime as needed.
Must be able to be clean shaven to wear a respirator.
Must be able to perform work outdoors year‑round in all weather conditions.
Must be able to work at extreme heights.
Must be able to work in small, tight, confined spaces.
Must be willing to work any shift.
Nice to Have
High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
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. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople, artificial intelligence, machine learning experts, engineers, technologists, scientists, logisticians, and business professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large‑company employers, we put people’s safety and well‑being first. 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.
Comprehensive benefits include medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plan choices, on‑site health centers, tele‑medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, 401K savings plan with company match, financial education and planning tools, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your division or work location.
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, veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.
To request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email buildyourcareer@hii-co.com or call 1-844-849-8463 (press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding).
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