Date:

Jul 24, 2026

Location:

Panama City, FL, Florida, United States #job-location.job-location-inline { display: inline; }

Company:

HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number:

29528

Required Travel:

0

• 10%

Employment Type:

Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt Anticipated Salary Range:

$36,920.00

• $46,000.

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Security Clearance:

None Level of Experience:

Entry Level This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems. HII works within our nation's intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners. Leadership Mindset at HII

• Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title.

Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities: 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. Job Description HII
• Mission Technologies has an opportunity available for a Trades Assistant who will provide hands-on support to machinists and mechanical technicians within the shop environment.

This role is designed as an entry-level pathway into machine operations and mechanical technical positions. Under close supervision, the Trades Assistant performs basic tasks to support production flow, part preparation, and equipment upkeep. The position requires daily onsite attendance and is located in Panama City, Florida. Essential Job Responsibilities Perform deburring of metal components and basic surface finishing tasks. Safely transport parts and materials to and from cleaning stations, work areas, and storage locations. Assist machinists by preparing workspaces, organizing tools, and staging materials. Support general shop housekeeping and equipment maintenance tasks as directed. Learn and follow standard operating procedures, safety guidelines, and quality requirements. Demonstrate readiness to learn machine operation skills leading toward advancement into machinist-level roles. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent and 0 years experience. Ability to lift and move materials safely (weights typically 25-50 lbs). Strong interest in mechanical trades, machining, or hands-on shop work. Willingness to learn machining processes and progress toward higher-level technical roles. Preferred Requirements Basic understanding of hand tools and shop safety Physical Requirements May require working in an industrial or shop environment. Normally not required to lift more than 40 pounds higher than three feet above feet/floor level. May encounter extremes of temperature, pollution, humidity, noise, and other environmental factors while collecting data, observing performance of task teams. 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.