Reactor Test / Maintenance Engineer (SkillBridge Intern)

Requisition Number: 18342Required Travel: 0 - 10%Employment Type: Temporary WorkerSecurity Clearance: SecretLevel of Experience: InternMeet HII’s Mission Technologies DivisionOur team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.Job DescriptionThis is an UNPAID internship through the DoD SkillBridge Program for transitioning active-duty US military personnel. DoD SkillBridge Internships are available to help transitioning active-duty military personnel gain real-world experience in the work force sometime during their final 180 days of active-duty service. The intern will actively train on meaningful projects and work closely with a mentor and with senior company leadership. HII Mission Technologies Internship programs are focused on placing transitioning military into internships that require KSAs, Education & Military Training similar to their current or previous military jobs; positions that could easily transition over to a full-time regular and permanent job with HII.For this internship, the SkillBridge intern will train as an Engineering Technician 3 within HII-Mission Technologies, reporting to a designated HII Supervisor, with the goal of learning the maintenance actions and duties required of our Engineering Technicians in support of the various Newport News Direct Support (NNS DS) customers such as test engineering and trades support within the E84 CVN 74 Work Control / Test Department at the Newport News Shipyard. The intern will be assigned special projects as needed.Desired End State (3 month target)At the end of three months, the intern will be able to further develop skills needed to provide technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks. The intern will be able to gather, maintain, format, compile, and manipulate technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes. Produce engineering documentation, reports, drawings (flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics). Perform 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. Use personal computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports. May conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluation or analysis.The intern will develop a good understanding of the E84 department in Newport News Shipyard (NNS) to include:Solve engineering problems via Work Authorization Forms and Work PermitsCoordinate with Tradesmen to rectify Reactor Plant deficienciesTest and Troubleshoot installed equipmentUtilize the Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual and Tag-out User’s Manual to ensure worker safety and the standard of quality is maintainedMission Technologies will benefit from the military background of the SkillBridge intern’s marine engineering knowledge and experience specific to Naval Vessels and considers the SkillBridge internship an overall positive experience.Assumptions/RestrictionsSkillBridge Intern must have a Secret Clearance.SkillBridge Intern will be available during business hours of the contract supported for meetings and training.Essential Job ResponsibilitiesTraining Location: Newport News, VATraining PlanContract IntroductionWeek 1: In processing, Introductions/office familiarization.Week 2: Introduction to the various E84 entities and Mission Technologies team as well as the applicable safety measures required for HIISLEP MaintenanceWeek 3: Intro to basic departmental operations, maintenance and documentation for reportingWeek 4: Intro to historical problems presented and solutions designed, fabricated and tested to solve the particular problemWeek 5: Introduction to procedures, setup, and operationsWeek 6: Introduction to technical waterfront supportWeek 7: Provide routine test directionWeek 8: Plan and execute work control process from formation to conclusionWeek 9: Familiarization with the process when a problem or discrepancy on a reactor plant system is identified and how engineering analysis is provided to the program office to adjudicate the discrepancyWeek 10: Roles and responsibilities as the liaison between E84, Trades, Naval personnel, and governmental agenciesWeek 11: Support pierside maintenance repairs / emergent work orders in accordance with the procedureWeek 12: Engage with HII PM and team for performance and evaluation feedback#LI-RM1Minimum QualificationsActive-Duty Military ONLY within final 180 days of active-duty service. Applications accepted within final 12 months of active-duty service. Education and Experience dependent on Program of Instruction.Navy Reactor Department experience - 5 yearsSecret Clearancedesired US Navy rates: MMN, EMN, ETN or conventional MM, EM, ETPhysical RequirementsPhysical Requirements will vary and is dependent on the Program of Instruction.Why HIIWe build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our 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.Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees.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.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 email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Technical Solutions.