Elect Journeyman

About the Role

We’re building tomorrow’s fleet today. With More Than 11,000 Employees, HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding Division is the largest manufacturing employer in Mississippi and a major contributor to the economic growth of Alabama. For nearly 85 years, we’ve designed, built, and maintained amphibious ships, destroyers, and cutters for the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Coast Guard. We are the largest supplier of U.S. Navy surface combatants and are simultaneously building four classes of ships while pioneering the development and production of technologically advanced, highly capable vessels for the surface navy fleet.

Electricians are responsible for the installation and repair of marine cable, as well as the installation and connection of lighting and electrical power equipment. Tasks involve using hand and power tools along with blueprints, drawings, and schematics.

• Requires two years of electrical experience installing electrical wiring, equipment installation, and wiring hookup (commercial, industrial, or marine); or two years from an accredited college with an electrical certificate or degree; or a combination of two years of work experience and schooling.

• Additional electrical certifications or specialized marine electrical experience.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plan choices, on‑site health centers, tele‑medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, a 401(k) savings plan, financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

HII builds the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space, and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople, 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‑driven organization that puts people’s safety and well‑being first. 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.

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. U.S. citizenship may be required for certain positions.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address. Additionally, you may also call for assistance.

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