Shipboard Electrician - 28768

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Date: May 29, 2026

Location: San Diego, CA, California, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 28768 

Required Travel: 51 - 75%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $49,289.00 - $62,400.00 

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain  

Level of Experience: Mid 

 

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.

As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.

 

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture:

  • Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
  • Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
  • Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
  • Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
  • Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
  • Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Summary

Join HII as we help keep the world’s most powerful Navy mission‑ready! Our Platform Modernization team is seeking a Shipboard Electrician to support work in the San Diego, CA area. In this role, you will support the Integrated Training Systems Installation and Sustainment (ITSIS) Program, working aboard active surface ships and at shore-based communication facilities. Responsibilities include using mechanical tools to install, upgrade, and remove industrial equipment as part of system alterations and installations.

This position requires travel to shipyards and military bases both within the U.S. and internationally when not assigned to local tasks. Per diem is available based on travel location, and all travel and lodging expenses are company‑covered.

What You Will Do

  • Support the ITSIS Program on Navy surface ships and shore‑based communication facilities, installing, upgrading, removing, and troubleshooting fiber‑optic cables, connectors, and related equipment for fleet modernization.
  • Perform installation, operation, maintenance, repair, and modification of equipment, integrated systems, subsystems, and associated software at customer and field locations.
  • Diagnose and resolve equipment malfunctions, analyze product performance, and ensure proper coordination of engineering field changes.
  • Maintain strong customer communication and provide onsite training to customer support personnel as needed.
  • Apply technical knowledge to complete complex tasks, assist with technical documentation (work packages, procedures, test documents, reports), and perform duties outside the primary specialty to support installation requirements.

What You Must Have

  • High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 4 years of related experience.
  • Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance.
  • Must have experience troubleshooting and repairing malfunctions to eliminate problem in minimum time.
  • Must be able to work from blueprints, engineering sketches, charts or work orders as well as written and verbal instruction.
  • Must be capable of using various electrical/electronic measuring instruments.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Travel passport.

Bonus Points For

  • An active Secret security clearance or above.
  • Previous or current ITSIS experience.
  • Previous or current marine electrician experience for installing, repairing, and troubleshooting fiber optic cables and connectors on Navy and other marine vessels IAW NAVSEA STD 009-123 Fiber Optic and/or NAVSEA STD 009-073 Multi-pin Copper.
  • Prefer technical/professional certifications.
  • Prior AIT or active-duty experience on current active class ships is preferred.
  • Candidates possessing a current U.S. Travel passport are preferred.

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.


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.

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

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.

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.