Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII

Joshua Thorvaldson grew up building and taking things apart. Now, the Newport News shipbuilder uses his skills to support the US Navy. Joshua Thorvaldson Electrician 14 years at NNS "I’m a second-generation shipbuilder. My dad and brother both work here, too. As a kid, I grew up taking things apart, like old TVs and radios and building things from nothing. I had the privilege to ride on the New Jersey (SSN 796) sea trials. It was one heck of an experience. To be able to see it being built from the ground up, assisting with troubleshooting, seeing it being finished then riding it, it’s been amazing. My next goal is to become a supervisor. I really like working around people and teaching other shipbuilders."

Because of the critical nature of the work they perform for the US Navy, Newport News shipbuilders must be dedicated to first-time quality. As we observe National Quality Month in October, take a moment to watch this video that features shipbuilders sharing what Always On Point means to them.

Newport News shipbuilder Tish McDonald knows all too well the devastating impacts of heart disease. The desire to pay tribute to lost loved ones while giving back to the community drives her passion for the American Heart Association's Hampton Roads Heart Walk. Every year, she helps rally fellow shipbuilders in support of the event, which raises money to save lives. NNS is proud to support the Heart Walk and its mission. Thank you to Tish and all of the other shipbuilders who donate and plan to participate in Heart Walk events next month. Learn how you can get involved here: https://lnkd.in/e4HMBf-2

Newport News Shipbuilding is looking for leaders! The positions listed below have multiple openings on all shifts. New hire candidates are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Qualified candidates should submit an application by Thursday, Oct. 23. ⚓ Foreman (Shipfitter): https://lnkd.in/eiuXRYe6 ⚓ Foreman (Welding): https://lnkd.in/ekv4Y6z3 ⚓ Foreman (Electrician & Trades Business Office): https://lnkd.in/eHhkkzW6 ⚓ Foreman (Sheet Metal): https://lnkd.in/eBhrHS9m ⚓ Foreman (Surface Preparation & Treatment): https://lnkd.in/egRP6zx6 ⚓ Foreman (Pipefitter): https://lnkd.in/epUK7k67 ⚓ Foreman (Machinist & Trades Business Office): https://lnkd.in/eV2AXf9u Help us spread the word by liking, sharing or tagging someone you think would be a good fit! #BuildIt #BuildYourCareer #NewportNewsShipbuilding #WeAreHiring #Trades

Please join us in congratulating the 82 shipbuilders who earned the President’s Model of Excellence Award this year! This award recognizes shipbuilders who live Newport News Shipbuilding’s mission and demonstrate what it means to act with urgency. Honorees are pictured in the following order: -Virginia-Class Transfer Car Maintenance and Reliability Team -Fire Safety Leadership Team -Virginia-Class Forming Operations Team -Cutting System Innovation Team -Submarine Proposal Team -Glenn Bradshaw: Leading From the Frontline -Leader of the Year: Kevin Stone -Tradesperson of the Year: Norman Pelletier

Happy 250th birthday to the US Navy! Newport News shipbuilders are honored to support the Navy by delivering the submarines and aircraft carriers American sailors need to defend our freedom.

📣 Calling all recent high school graduates! 📣 Put your talents to work and build a career at Newport News Shipbuilding that has a real impact on our nation’s defense. ✔️ Earn $23+ per hour ✔️ Excellent benefits and paid time off ✔️ On-the-job training with advancement opportunities We invite recent high school graduates to join us on Oct. 16 and 23 for an in-person trades hiring event. Candidates should apply in advance of the event to one of the positions below: 🛠️ Pipefitter: https://lnkd.in/eTgPfKX8 🛠️ Shipfitter: https://lnkd.in/eZyUgYrq 🛠️ Welder: https://lnkd.in/edsZqpjJ 🛠️ Sheet Metal Worker: https://lnkd.in/eMbvaUYS Help us spread the word by liking, commenting or tagging a recent graduate who you think would be a good fit! #BuildIt #Trades #WeAreHiring #BuildYourCareer #NewportNewsShipbuilding

Newport News shipbuilders Steve and Eric Hunley are brothers who both work in the test engineering field. Their shipbuilding heritage dates back to their grandfather – a US Navy submariner who ended his career as a shipbuilder – and their father – a retired shipbuilder. Because of their current positions, the Hunley brothers both take part in sea trials for ships built or overhauled at NNS – Eric on aircraft carriers and Steve on submarines. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e9uuhYJZ

October is National Quality Month. Newport News Shipbuilding inspectors like Brianca Graham play critical role in ensuring we deliver quality work. Brianca Graham Inspector Two years at NNS “My fiancé started out as a welder here, and he worked with nondestructive testing. He saw it as a challenge and something he thought I would be good at. I’ll try anything once. He would tell me stories about his days, but hearing about it is totally different from seeing it. We experience a lot of different things quickly. We are a final line of defense before we move these units on.”

📣 We’re Accepting Applications for Our 2026 Summer Internship Program! 📣 Are you a college student who wants to gain real-world experience while supporting the US Navy and our national security? If so, apply to join us next summer! 📍 Location: Newport News, Virginia 📅 Duration: 10 weeks (May through August) ⏰ Application deadline: Nov. 30 Students must have a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA, be able to work 40 hours/week and be enrolled in bachelor’s or master’s degree program. Preference will be given to students majoring in accounting, business, computer science, engineering, finance, IT and supply chain management. Apply today or tag/share with someone who should! ⚓ Business Management: https://lnkd.in/ewGASgDP ⚓Engineering: https://lnkd.in/eiwskZRA ⚓ IT: https://lnkd.in/eg-b8Ny8 ⚓ Supply Chain Management: https://lnkd.in/eJySTbbr #BuildIt #BuildYourCareer #NewportNewsShipbuilding #Intern #Internship