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RIGGER ENTRY LEVEL

Newport News, VA

$21.75 - $28.25/hr

RIGGER ENTRY LEVEL Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States Date: Jun 17, 2026 Req ID: 47569 ... Why HII We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions ...

Material Handler I

Riverton, UT · On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

About Vector Vector is a defense technology company building advanced unmanned systems and training ... The Role The Material Handler I is an entry-level position focused on performing basic inventory ...

RIGGER ENTRY LEVEL

Newport News, VA

$21.75 - $28.25/hr

RIGGER ENTRY LEVEL Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States Date: Jun 17, 2026 Req ID: 47569 ... Why HII We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions ...

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PIPE FITTER ENTRY LEVEL

Newport News, VA

$23 - $29.25/hr

PIPE FITTER ENTRY LEVEL Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States Date: Jun 17, 2026 Req ID ... defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII's diverse ...

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PIPE FITTER ENTRY LEVEL

Newport News, VA

$23 - $29.25/hr

PIPE FITTER ENTRY LEVEL Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States Date: Jun 17, 2026 Req ID ... defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII's diverse ...

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As of Jun 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level defense technology in the United States is $19.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $20.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Infographic showing various Entry Level Defense Technology job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 80% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,900 per year, or $19.2 per hour.
RIGGER ENTRY LEVEL

RIGGER ENTRY LEVEL

HII

Newport News, VA

$21.75 - $28.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


Huntington Ingalls Industries rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 141 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

RIGGER ENTRY LEVEL
Location:
Newport News, Virginia, United States
Date: Jun 17, 2026
Req ID: 47569
Team: X36 WTRFT SUPPORT SERV
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
Full-Time
Shift: Multiple
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
Riggers provide the kinetic energy of the shipbuilding business. They operate the vast majority of cranes throughout the shipyard in addition to a wide assortment of forklifts with various capacities. Riggers are also responsible for operation of the shipyard's tug boats - moving ships between dry docks and piers, and mooring ships while at the piers and outfitting berths.
Riggers handle every component of a ship - from pipes and valves, to pumps, motors and electronic equipment, to the largest machinery and structural components - riggers are able to lift, manipulate, and set them into place. To accomplish this, riggers must be able to calculate the weight and center of gravity of the item being handled, determine the capacity of the lift points, and calculate the angle imposed on the handling gear in order to select the most appropriate gear for the task at hand.
Riggers erect, maintain, and dismantle various types of scaffolding throughout the shipyard. Each type is selected to best suit the physical location and intended use, to provide a safe working platform for personnel where none existed.
The Rigger's Department is also responsible for purchasing, maintaining, and issuing the myriad assortment of tools used in the shipbuilding business. This section of the department also installs and maintains various types of ventilation equipment onboard ships to prevent dangerous atmospheres from developing.
Newport News Shipbuilding offers competitive pay, weekly paychecks, paid time off, paid holidays, medical benefits including an on-site health center, 401K company match, employee discounts, and more.
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Must Have
Candidates must able to work at extreme heights or small confined spaces.
Must be able to kneel, squat, crawl, bend, stoop, and climb.
Must be able to lift 40 lbs and must take and pass a respirator fit test.
Must be able to work indoors/outdoors year round in all weather conditions.
Must be able to work assigned shift as production needs.
Must be able to pass Physical Agility Test.
Must be able to take measurements or be willing to learn.
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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