Date: Jun 24, 2026
Location: San Diego, CA, California, United States
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Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 29001
Required Travel: 11 - 25%
Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $67,687.00 - $83,137.60
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 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.
Summary
Join HII as we keep the world's most powerful Navy afloat! The COMNAVAIRPAC Carrier Engineering Maintenance Assist Team (CEMAT) is looking for experienced HVAC Subject Matter Expert (SME). The experienced technician will performs shipboard equipment assessments and repairs while training Ships Force personnel and validating installed systems to ensure accurate documentation. This is a full-time position located in San Diego, CA.
What You Will Do
Considered subject matter expert in technical specialty.
May work directly with customer or customer representatives, attend meetings and deploy for special projects.
Conduct material condition assessments, troubleshooting and repairs on various equipment throughout the ship.
Train Ships Force on proper assessment techniques.
Train Ships Force on using technical documentation such as drawings and technical manuals.
Validate equipment installed on CVNs to verify APL accuracy.
What You Must Have
High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 8 years of related experience, to include specific systems expertise.
Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.
Proven expertise assessing, troubleshooting and repairing HVAC systems, chilled water plants, air conditioning systems, hydraulic equipment, pumps, turbines, and auxiliary machinery.
Experience developing and executing Quality Management Plans (QMPs).
Experience identifying project risks and developing mitigation strategies to prevent schedule impacts.
Experience with planning work for major maintenance availabilities (i.e. SRA’s, DPIA, PIA and CMAV’s) equipment overhauls, modernization projects, and lifecycle sustainment efforts.
A current EPA Universal Certification.
Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
Experience with shipboard WAF and tagout processes.
Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, technical manuals and other technical documentation for job completion.
Strong computer skills with MS Office applications.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to obtain and maintan a US Passport. May require underway support for short periods of time.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET security clearance
Must be able to obtain and maintain a passport and a CAC or DBIDS for base.
Must be able to obtain and maintain ship access.
Bonus Points For
Prior US Navy Active-Duty experience.
A minimum of one tour onboard a CVN.
NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector an added plus.
Knowledge of the US Navy Supply system.
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
[email protected] 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.
