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ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 3/ PAINT COATING
Location:
Newport News, Virginia, United States
Date: Jul 28, 2026
Req ID: 48103
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 Requirements: No
Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start
Salary Range: $69,000.00 to $88,000.00
The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range
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. 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
Provides technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks. Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes. Produces engineering documentation, reports, drawings (flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics). Performs detailed mathematical calculations using established formulas; preliminary analyses of data where guidelines are provided in such areas as trajectory adequacy, model dimensional consistency; and quantitative judgments concerning technical data. Uses personal computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports. May conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluation or analysis.
***Provides technical support to Trades on a variety of technical tasks. Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data, such coating records, metrics. Performs detailed reviews on critically coated paint records to the applicable technical work document (NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32, Drawings, Procedures, Inspection Reports, ASTM-F718's, Manufacturer product data sheets, etc.) Uses personal computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports. Uses personal computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports. Perform audits and help provide problem resolution to assist in CAR response.
Review critically coated paint records to the applicable technical work document (NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32, Drawings, Procedures, Inspection Reports, ASTM-F718's, Manufacturer product data sheets, etc.).
Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates data, such as the status of each E4749 critically coated paint record. Produces reports to aid all parties involved in the process (Trades, Subcontractors Engineering, Program, Sup ship, etc.). Identify and communicate E4749 deficiencies within paint records to assure all administrative and technical issues have been adjudicated.
Review critical coated E4749 paint records.
Navigate the electronic paint record database (E4749).
Interpret and understand Paint Schedules, IR's, Quality Assurance Instructions, and Standard Shipbuilding Work Instructions. Identify technical deficiencies on E4749. (Cure Time/HI DFT/High Mills) etc.
Possess strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills. Interacting with SOST, Trades, and Engineering on a daily basis to communicate and rectify deficiencies found within E4749's.
Utilize SAP and Microsoft office applications such as Word and Excel to generate reports for Management, Trades, Engineering and SOS that outline the current status and potential issues that may hold up Key Events.
Provide assistance to Sup Ship and Trades to help certify/close critically coated E4749 paint records.
Must Have
Associate's Degree and 3 years of relevant experience
One of the following may be used as equivalent to Associate's Degree to meet minimum qualifications:

• NNS Apprentice School graduate
• Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate
• High School/GED and 2 years of related Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience
• High School/GED and 4 years of non-related Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience

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.