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Huntington Ingalls Newport News, Virginia, United States

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Posted Feb 3, 2026Apply by Mar 5, 2026

Role & seniority: Supervisor (inspect/test staff) within O63 MANUF & QUALITY at Newport News Shipbuilding

Stack/tools: Mechanical inspection or machinist background; related certifications (e.g., NDT, Dimensional Control); familiarity with quality inspection methods and documentation

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Supervise employees who test and/or inspect products to determine compliance with specifications

  • Plan, assign, and oversee inspection tasks; ensure work quality meets standards

  • Maintain inspection records, report nonconformities, and coordinate with engineering/production to resolve issues

Must-have skills

  • Apprenticeship graduate + Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 4 years of technical experience, or related apprentice certification with 0 years;/or Master's with 2 years

  • Strong background in mechanical inspection or machining

  • Ability to supervise, communicate effectively, and enforce quality procedures

  • Knowledge of inspection methods, tolerances, and documentation

Nice-to-haves

  • Ability to obtain/maintain Confidential DoD security clearance

  • Deep mechanical inspection or machinist experience

  • Location & work type: Newport News, Virginia, United States; Full-time; 1st shift; US citizenship required; no relocation assistance; not eligible for telework; no travel; clearance not required to start

Full Description

Location

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Jan 26, 2026

Req ID: 45165

Team: O63 MANUF & QUALITY

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time

Shift: 1st

Relocation: No relocation assistance available

Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirement: No

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Meet HII's Newport News Shipbuilding

With more than 25,000 employees - including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders - HII's Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We're the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, we collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

Supervises employees who test and/or inspect products to determine compliance with specifications.

Must Have

Apprentice graduate, Bachelor's Degree or equivalent and 4 years of applicable technical experience. OR Related Apprentice certification (i.e. NDT, Dimensional Control) & 0 Years. Master's degree and 2 years relevant experience.

4 years of related exempt experience can be substituted for Bachelor's degree. 8 years related non-exempt experience can be substituted for Bachelor's degree and experience.

Nice to Have

Must be able to obtain and maintain a minimum of a Confidential DoD Security Clearance.

The candidate should have a Mechanical Inspection or Machinist background.

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 (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.

Working at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

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. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

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 e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.

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