At a Glance

Company: Newport News Shipbuilding
Location: Newport News, Virginia
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $28-42/hr DOE
Shift: Multiple Shifts Available
Overtime: Available As Needed
Experience Level: Mid-Level (3+ years machining experience)
Industry: Defense / Naval Manufacturing
Work Authorization: U.S. Citizenship Required
Relocation: Relocation Assistance Available
Bonus: $10,000 Sign-On Bonus/Relocation Bonus
Apply Link: Apply directly through hireCNC

Why This Role Exists

This role exists due to continued production demand supporting U.S. Navy aircraft carrier and submarine programs.

At Newport News Shipbuilding, CNC Machinists play a critical role in manufacturing and maintaining some of the most advanced naval vessels in the world. This position supports high-precision machining operations focused on quality, consistency, safety, and craftsmanship in a large-scale industrial manufacturing environment.

The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Set up and operate manual or CNC machinery
• Work with lathes, mills, vertical machining centers, and horizontal boring mills
• Troubleshoot machining operations and make process adjustments as needed
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions
• Verify dimensions and perform quality inspections to print specifications
• Utilize precision measuring instruments and strong math skills daily
• Support production in a fast-paced shipyard manufacturing environment
• Work closely with other machinists, maintenance teams, and production leadership

Machines, Controls & Equipment

Machines:

• CNC Lathes
• CNC Mills
• Vertical Machining Centers
• Horizontal Boring Mills
• Manual Machine Tools
• Conventional Lathes/Mills

Inspection Tools:

• Calipers
• Micrometers
• Precision Measuring Instruments
• Blueprint & Dimensional Inspection Equipment

Materials You’ll Work With

• Steel
• Alloy Materials
• Industrial Structural Components
• Naval Manufacturing Materials

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 3+ years of machining experience
• Experience operating manual and/or CNC equipment
• Strong blueprint reading and math skills
• Ability to troubleshoot machining operations
• Comfortable working in industrial manufacturing conditions
• Ability to work in confined spaces, heights, and varying weather conditions
• Reliable, safety-minded, and team-oriented
• U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred (Not Required):

• Automotive repair experience
• Plant maintenance experience
• Machinery installation or repair background
• Technical or vocational training in:
  • Machining
  • Diesel Technology
  • HVAC
  • Automotive Technology

Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose HII because of the long-term stability, large-scale manufacturing environment, and opportunity to work on mission-critical defense programs.

• Stable long-term work supporting U.S. Navy programs
• Large modern manufacturing environment
• Strong career growth opportunities
• Relocation assistance available
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Hands-on machining work with large industrial equipment
• Team-focused culture that values skilled tradespeople

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay & Bonuses

• $28-42/hr depending on experience
• $10,000 Sign-On/Relocation Bonus

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts
• Educational Scholarships
• Career Development & Training Programs

Schedule

• Multiple Shifts Available
• Overtime Available As Needed

Apply

Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.

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