Field Service Engineering Intern 4 - 23120
Date: Apr 28, 2025
Location: Pocasset, MA, Massachusetts, United States
Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 23120
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Part Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $51,703.00 - $54,000.00
Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Level of Experience: Intern
This opportunity resides with Uncrewed Systems (UxS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Uncrewed Systems comprises unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) and autonomy software.
HII creates advanced unmanned solutions for defense, marine research and commercial applications. Serving customers in more than 30 countries, HII provides design, autonomy, manufacturing, testing, operations and sustainment of unmanned systems, including unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) and unmanned surface vessels (USVs).
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
Come join HII! Where hard stuff is done right!!
This is an opportunity to join a fast-paced technical environment to support our rapidly expanding portfolio of autonomous vessels. As HII Uncrewed Systems continues to push the boundaries of supplying the world’s most robust and reliable underwater vehicle platforms, one of our primary focuses is the comprehensive level of testing, troubleshooting and support for our products as part of our production process as well as products that are in-shop for repair, upgrade, warranty work or other services. The Field Services intern will apply basic knowledge of engineering principles to aid in ensuring vehicles and associated hardware are fit for use prior to being delivered to the customer.
What you will be doing..
The intern will actively contribute to meaningful projects and work closely with a mentor and with senior leadership. Support the Engineering team with engineering functions in one or more of the following specialties: electronics, electrical, mechanical, civil, naval, and/or chemical. Assist with troubleshooting issues and provide technical support.
Participate in the testing and verification of performance for multiple REMUS vehicle variants as well as a variety of pieces of vehicle support equipment. This will involve: preparing hardware, transporting hardware to one of the local port locations, assisting with sea-test activities in a deck-hand support role, returning the hardware back to the Pocasset facility and aiding in debriefing the appropriate stakeholders in the results of sea-test activities. The duties described herein cover major duties as required. However, this does not exclude the requirement of performing other related duties as directed with supervision.
What we are looking for...
- High School Diploma or equivalent + Must be working towards a Bachelor's degree with more than 60% of the required credits completed.
- Actively enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in an engineering or related field
- Interest in being hands-on with electrical and mechanical systems
- Is coachable and able to take direction as well as receive feedback
- Ability to read and follow specific instructions in order given
- Ability to communicate observations and results both verbally and written
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
- Ability to work on-site in Pocasset, MA
- Experience being on boats, ships and other surface vessels #LI-MH1
Bonus points for...
Experience with reading and/or interpreting engineering drawings and other technical documentation
Physical Requirements
Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.
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.