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FOREMAN OUTSIDE MACHINIST (LHA/DDG/DDX)

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Pascagoula, MS, United States


FOREMAN OUTSIDE MACHINIST (LHA/DDG/DDX)
Location: Pascagoula, Mississippi, United States

Date: Apr 20, 2026

Req ID: 46649

Team: 73 Machinery

Entity: Ingalls Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: No

Full-Time

Shift: Multiple

Relocation: No relocation assistance available

Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No – Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirement: No

The Role
Supervises, assigns, coordinates and evaluates semi-skilled and skilled trades personnel according to their skill, experience and job knowledge. Supervises and trains employees to improve quality and quantity of work performed. Recommends training to enhance skill and productivity of employees, and assists in development of training procedures. Breaks broad strategies down to practical action plans and ensures employees are trained to perform these plans. Responsible for complying with all technical aspects of the job including adherence to all drawings, procedures, etc. Responsible for manufacturing, installation, operation, testing, and process operations that have a significant financial impact on the company’s performance. Supervises qualified trades staff; monitoring job and budget performance for all shifts.

An incumbent must possess a thorough technical knowledge of the trade in the area of responsibility, and a solid educational base, generally gained through successful completion of the Apprentice program or the equivalent in education and training. A candidate without an Apprentice Certificate or equivalent should have a minimum of 3 years trade experience, preferably with some exposure to production planning and support functions. The candidate must be able to supervise the work of others, motivate and train employees, and possess strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills. Depending on assigned area, specific technical, medical and physical requirements may apply.

Additional common management responsibilities as listed in Shipbuilding Management Charter 0001 within command media (SBMC 0001) and applicants should review the Charter and policies and procedures before applying for position.

Must Have

BS/Apprentice

High School and 4 years combined manufacturing, shipbuilding, trades, military experience

Associate Degree in a Trade/Technical and 3 years of relevant manufacturing, shipbuilding, trade and/or military experience

Internal candidates must have a Superior Attendance and Disciplinary Record. Candidate cannot have more than 3 unexcused absences in the last 180 day period.

Candidate cannot have any safety DANS that result in a disciplinary layoff in last 180 day period.

Candidate cannot have more than 2 total DANS in the last 180 day period (excluding lost tool).

Must be willing and able to work any shift assigned.

Nice to Have
Strong working knowledge of the machinery ship construction processes.

Benefits
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.

EEO Statement
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 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 #1 for Ingalls Shipbuilding.

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