Pipefitting and Sheet Metal Trainers - Shipbuilding

(Naval Shipbuilding — Goose Creek, SC)

Job Title: Pipefitting Technical Trainer and Sheet Metal Technical Trainer

Location: Goose Creek, SC
Travel: Up to 10–25% (as needed)
Relocation Assistance: Available
Schedule/Telework: On-site (not eligible for telework)
Clearance: Not required

About the Company:

Newport News Shipbuilding (a division of HII) has a legacy of building and servicing some of the most advanced naval vessels in the world. Join a mission-driven organization known for technical excellence, safety, and long-term career growth.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical benefits starting Day 1
• 401(k) with company match
• Competitive paid time off
• Relocation assistance (where applicable)
• Competitive compensation

Position Summary:

We are seeking experienced Technical Trainers to deliver hands-on and classroom instruction across multiple skilled-trades disciplines supporting shipbuilding operations. This role is responsible for training new hires and upskilling experienced employees, reinforcing quality and safety standards, and maintaining training documentation.

Trainer Disciplines: Candidates should have strong experience in one or more of the following:

• Welding (Pipe/Marine): GTAW (stainless & cupronickel), plus SMAW/FCAW
• Pipefitting (Marine): cutting/fitting, joint types, blueprint/drawing interpretation, tolerances, bending/fabrication
• Electrical (Marine/Industrial): electrical safety, absence of voltage, arc flash, ESD practices, procedures
• Sheet Metal (Marine): layout, measurement, fabrication techniques, hands-on instruction
• Paint/Insulation (Marine): coatings surface prep and application methods; insulation fundamentals (AMPP preferred)

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver on-the-job and classroom training in assigned trade area(s)
• Demonstrate proper techniques, tooling, and safe work practices
• Assess trainee progress and readiness; provide coaching and corrective guidance
• Maintain training records and support compliance/certification tracking
• Partner with stakeholders to improve training materials and programs

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 5+ years of relevant trade experience in at least one specialty listed above
• Ability to instruct, demonstrate, and evaluate practical skills in a training environment
• Strong communication and documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior “train-the-trainer” experience
• Marine/shipyard environment experience
• Trade certifications (where applicable); AMPP for coatings a plus