Team Lead - 23746

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Date: Jun 30, 2025

Location: National City, CA, California, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 23746 

Required Travel: 51 - 75%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $70,771.00 - $100,000.00 

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain  

Level of Experience: Senior 

 

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our 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.

 

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

 

Who We Are

HII teams provide expert solutions on shipboard alterations and installations for fleet modernization. The selected Team Lead candidate will lead our skilled trades teams, on Shore Installations and Naval Vessels, utilizing various tools of the trade, removing, installing and upgrading industrial systems and equipment. Selected candidate will be required to travel up to 75% of the time when not assigned to a local task. Per Diem provided, based on location, when on travel. Travel and lodging expenses are covered by the company. Weekend and/or overtime hours required depending on contract awards and support required.

What You Will Do

  • Display levels of quality, integrity, safety, respect, engagement and performance consistent with company values.
  • Responsible for assigning daily tasking and leading technical teams for installations and repairs aboard Navy Vessels and/or Shore Commands.
  • Responsible for the accomplishment of designated tasks as described in specific statements of work.
  • Maintain effective customer communications and relations and manage subcontractors.
  • Develop, use, and/or maintain technical documents including controlled work packages, formal work processes and procedures, test documents, and reports.
  • Schedule and attend meetings, report to and brief customers and senior management.

What You Must Have

  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Experience working in shipyard environments and on Naval Shore Commands.
  • Must have Alteration Install Team experience 
  • Must be able to interface and communicate effectively with employees, customers, and management.
  • Must be proficient in reading technical documents, manuals, blueprints, drawings and schematics.
  • Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Project, etc.) in addition to Microsoft Windows, pdf software and general computer usage.
  • Must be able to follow/enforce safety procedures to ensure a safe and secure work environment.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD secret security clearance and maintain clearance level throughout employment.
  • Must be able to obtain base access credentials within 60 days of start date and maintain credentials throughout employment.
  • Must be able to travel between 50% - 75% when not assigned to local tasking.
  • High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 6 years of related experience to include at least 2 years of team/deck lead experience. 
  • Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.

Bonus Points For...

  • Candidates with a current or active DoD clearance preferred.
  • Prefer candidate with Shore Installation Process Handbook (SIPH) knowledge and experience.
  • Prefer candidate with High-Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse (HEMP) Mil-STD-188-125A experience.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces. Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels. May ride ships at sea for extended periods. May require wearing a respirator. Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

 

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

 

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. Our 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.
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 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 email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.