Machinist Mate (A-Gang) (SkillBridge Intern) - 19706

Program Summary

This 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 (HII-MT) 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-MT.

Objective
The SkillBridge intern will train as a Marine Technician within HII-Mission Technologies, reporting to a designated HII Supervisor, with the goal of learning Machinist Mate (A-Gang) basics and principles to support the Surface Enhanced Capability to Assess Program (SECAP).  The intern will be assigned special projects as needed.

Desired End State (3-4 month target)
At the end of four months, the intern will be able to develop skills needed to schedule, track, assess, and repair equipment on U.S. Naval vessels. Damage Control Equipment assess, inspect, maintenance and repair, perform serviceability inspections and preventative maintenance on Ballast/De-ballasting controls and system, Ship Service Hydraulic system, HP/LP air, CMU, Metal / Glass shredders, Pulper systems and station valves configuration (by class of ship), test the product, make alterations based on feedback, and manage Ships Force with Technical oversite. The intern will develop a good understanding of Marine Technician basics. This includes:

• Familiarity with schedule, track, assess, and repair equipment on U.S. Naval vessels.
• Planning and scheduling of onboard work with Ships Force to include perform serviceability inspections and preventative maintenance on equipment installed onboard. Troubleshoot and train S/F on how to repair/overhaul Ballast system, Hydraulic system, HP/LP air, CMU, Metal / Glass shredders, Pulper systems. Manage Ships Force with Technical oversite and equipment maintenance/repair/replacement.
• Collaboration/Coordination with users/Ships Force to provide a “On Hands” approach/ technique specific to the Sailors individual strengths. 
• Mission Technologies will benefit from the military background of the SkillBridge intern and considers the SkillBridge internship an overall positive experience. 

Assumptions/Restrictions

• If candidate is selected and approved, SkillBridge Intern can travel in conjunction with this internship; HII Mission Technologies.
• SkillBridge Intern will be available during core hours for critical meetings and training.

Program of Instruction

Training Location: San Diego, CA

Training Plan 

Phase 1 - Basics 

• Week 1: In processing, Introductions/office familiarization.
• Week 2: Introduction to Ballast system, Hydraulic system, HP/LP air, CMU, Metal / Glass shredders, Pulper systems.
• Week 3: Introduction to the receiving Automated Work Request (AWR)/ Automated Work Notification (AWN), Ship check AWR/AWN in the field and what is really need from the customer.
• Week 4: Introduction to the building a package for schedule work, and track to completion.

 
Phase 2 – Marine Technician Operations 

• Week 5: Collaborate/Coordinate with users/Ships Force to shadow a “On Hands” approach/ technique specific to the Sailors individual strengths.
• Week 6: Collaborate/Coordinate with users/Ships Force to perform a “On Hands” approach/ technique specific to the Sailors individual strengths with Team Lead or Senior technician. 
• Week 7: By direction of Team Lead provide the first repair with customer/Ships Force in the field.
• Week 8: Shadow Team Lead or Senior technician with a close out and op-test of installed equipment in the field.
• Week 9: Shadow Team Lead or Senior technician with a in brief in the field for an assessment.
• Week 10: Manage & document all serviceability inspections and preventative maintenance on equipment installed onboard by direction of Team Lead or Senior technician.

Phase 3 – Collaboration, Planning, Customer Feedback

• Week 11: Shadow Team Lead or Senior technician with Corrected During Visit (CDV) Major, Minor, Repair Before Operating (RBO), in field repair/Technical assist during assessment.
• Week 12: Shadow Team Lead or Senior technician with an out brief in the field with a completed assessment.
• Week 13: Over the shoulder with Team Lead or Senior technician to install all equipment to CSMP that was assessed during visit. Engage with customer for final product feedback.

Additional Goals

• Develop Marine Technician for training in material removal for field work.
• Participate in mission planning meetings and provide feedback on tools, schedule, tracking, assessments, and repair of equipment. Serviceability inspections and preventative maintenance with “On Hands” approach/ technique specific to the Sailors individual strengths. Collaborate/Coordinate with users/Ships Force.
   

Minimum Qualifications

Must be Active-Duty Military ONLY within final 180 days of active-duty service. Applications accepted within final 12 months of active-duty military service. Education and Experience dependent on Program of Instruction.

• Must have ability to maintain and possess a Secret security clearance.
• 6 – 8 years of related experience, to include specific systems expertise. Prefer technical/professional certifications.
• Familiarity with Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM), International Standards Organization (ISO)Automated Work Request (AWR), Automated Work Notification (AWN), Blueprint reading, Diagrams, Engineering Operational Sequencing System (EOSS) and basic knowledge of tools.

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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.