Newport News Shipbuilding Careers
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Build a Career With Purpose
Join Newport News Shipbuilding’s proud legacy of service to our nation. Our skilled shipbuilders come together to create world-class aircraft carriers and submarines that defend our nation and deliver freedom. Here, you’ll find rewarding work, opportunities for career growth and the chance to be part of something bigger than yourself. Headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, with an additional site in South Carolina, NNS offers a variety of opportunities in skilled trades, engineering and other business and technical roles.
Build Your Career in the Lowcountry: Charleston Operations
Located on 45 acres along the Cooper River in Goose Creek, South Carolina, NNS Charleston Operations supports the construction of nuclear-powered submarine and aircraft carrier modules and structures.
NNS Charleston Operations offers a range of opportunities in skilled trades, engineering and more. Our team is growing. Do you see yourself building ships in South Carolina's Lowcountry?
American Shipbuilders
“As a shipbuilder, I have a great sense of pride knowing that I am playing a part in our national defense and protecting the very things that make America so special.”
A.J. Hamilton
Newport News Shipbuilder
“It’s a good company, and I just enjoy coming to work every day.”
Johnnie Rainey
Newport News Shipbuilder
“We do a huge service to our nation’s military. We would like to ensure their safety because they’re ensuring our safety.”
JaKayla Thigpen
Newport News Shipbuilder
Career Benefits and Beyond
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- Competitive pay
- Health insurance
- Savings plan option (401k)
- Tuition assistance
Work/Life Balance
- Paid holiday and time off
- On-site health and wellness centers
- Career coaching, mentoring and development
- Resources through the Employee Assistance Program
Serving our Community
Whether it’s spending time after hours to mentor the next generation of shipbuilders or helping construct a house for a local family, our shipbuilding team is proud to give back to the community that we call home.
In the last year, we donated thousands of items for local back-to-school drives, built houses with Habitat for Humanity, volunteered at food banks and participated in numerous military/veteran job fair and career events. Our volunteer program NNS Gives is here to help you contribute your time and skills to a cause you care about by offering a variety of community volunteer projects and hands-on engagement opportunities.
Grow Within NNS
Newport News Shipbuilding is often referred to as a small city due to the range of careers required to build aircraft carriers and submarines.
There are abundant opportunities for current shipbuilders who are interested in growing with the company or seeking a new career path with NNS.
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