About the role#
This is an unpaid internship through the DoD SkillBridge Program, specifically designed for transitioning active-duty U.S. military personnel within their final 180 days of service. You will train as an Engineering Technician 3 within the HII-Mission Technologies division, reporting to a designated supervisor. The role focuses on providing technical support to engineers and learning the maintenance duties required for Newport News Direct Support customers, specifically within the E84 CVN 74/75 Work Control and Test Department at the Newport News Shipyard.
What you'll do#
- Gather, maintain, format, compile, and manipulate technical data, including material test results and engineering design changes.
- Produce engineering documentation, reports, and drawings such as flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics.
- Perform mathematical calculations and preliminary data analyses for areas such as trajectory adequacy and model dimensional consistency.
- Solve engineering problems via Work Authorization Forms and Work Permits.
- Coordinate with tradesmen to rectify reactor plant deficiencies.
- Test and troubleshoot installed equipment.
- Utilize the Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual and Tag-out User’s Manual to ensure safety and quality standards.
- Conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluations.
What you'll need#
- Must be active-duty military personnel within the final 180 days of active-duty service.
- Five years of experience in Navy electrical or mechanical testing and maintenance.
- An active Secret clearance.
- Ability to work on-site during standard business hours.
Location & details#
- Location: Newport News, Virginia.
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Work Modality: On-site.
About HII Technical Solutions, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries
HII Technical Solutions operates as a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries. The company provides integrated mission solutions, fleet support, and cyber services. It also works in nuclear, environmental, oil, and gas sectors. The firm maintains its headquarters in Newport News, Virginia. It functions as a public company with a workforce between 5,001 and 10,000 employees.
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