ENTRY LEVEL CNC MACHINIST (6 MONTH+ EXP OR CNC CERT)

ENTRY LEVEL CNC MACHINIST (6 MONTH+ EXP OR CNC CERT) Location:  Newport News, Virginia, United States Date:  Mar 17, 2026 Req ID: 46145  Team: M53 MACHINE SHOP  Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes  Full-Time Shift: Multiple  Relocation: No relocation assistance available  Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework  Travel Requirement:  No  Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start    Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, we collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.   The Role CNC Machinists play a key role in supporting production by operating various machines (manual and/or CNC) such as; lathes, mills, vertical machining centers, horizontal boring mills, etc. Machinists are responsible for assisting in the setup, operation and maintenance of CNC machines to produce high-quality components according to specifications. Inside machinists troubleshoot operations and take appropriate actions to correct. The machinists perform quality inspections, verifying dimensions of work pieces that are in accordance with drawing specifications. This position is designed for individuals who are new or have some knowledge of machining and eager to develop technical skills in a manufacturing environment. The role is hands-on, detail oriented, and training focused.  Must Have A CNC Machining Certificate from a community college, trades school etc OR at least 6 Months experience working in a machine shop  Ablility to work any shift Ability to lift 40 lbs on a regular basis  Nice to Have Prior CNC experience more than 6 months definitely a plus