JOINER SEMI SKILLED (OCTOBER 2026 HIRING EVENT)

Location:

Pascagoula, Mississippi, United States

Date: Oct 2, 2026

Req ID: 50004
Team: 17 Joiner/Insulators
Entity: Ingalls Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: No

Full-Time
Shift: Multiple
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirement: No

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. The largest supplier of U.S. Navy surface combatants, we’re simultaneously building four classes of ships and have pioneered the development and production of technologically advanced, highly capable ships for the surface Navy fleet for decades. Think that’s cool? Keep reading:

The Role

Craft. Detail. Growth. Advance as a Joiner.
Are you ready to develop your joiner skills while contributing to the construction of the most advanced naval vessels in the world? Ingalls Shipbuilding is seeking Semi‑Skilled Joiners who have hands‑on experience in carpentry, fabrication, or interior installation — and want to continue advancing into higher‑level joiner roles.

As a Semi‑Skilled Joiner, you’ll help fabricate, assemble, install, and repair wood and metal components throughout the ship. Your growing craftsmanship supports the creation of bulkheads, interior finishes, deck structures, furniture installations, and other outfitting items that sailors rely on every day.

If you’re ready to expand your craft at “America’s Shipyard,” a rewarding career at Ingalls Shipbuilding — Mississippi’s largest private employer — is waiting.

What You Can Earn
• Earn up to $28.07 per hour, based on experience and skill level
• Additional opportunities for overtime, advanced training, and progression into Skilled Joiner positions

What You’ll Do
• Assist in fabricating, assembling, installing, and repairing wood and metal bulkheads, interior finishes, and deck structures
• Help mount furniture, racks, bins, partitions, decorative ceilings, false decks, and other outfitting items
• Use hand tools, power tools, measurement devices, and fastening equipment to support layout and installation work
• Read and follow basic drawings, layout instructions, and specifications
• Work in shipboard environments that may include heights, confined spaces, and varying weather conditions
• Support production needs across multiple shifts in a 24/7 manufacturing environment
• Follow Ingalls’ strong safety standards in every task and work area

Why This Work Matters
Joiners help create the interior spaces where sailors live, work, and operate. Semi‑Skilled Joiners are essential in building safe, durable, functional shipboard environments — craftsmanship that supports mission readiness across the fleet.

What You Bring
• Hands‑on experience in carpentry, interior construction, fabrication, or related trades
• Ability to read and follow basic drawings, measurements, and layout instructions
• Skill using common carpentry and fabrication tools
• Strong commitment to safety, craftsmanship, and teamwork
• Willingness to work in an active industrial environment and continue developing your joiner skills

Must Have

Minimum of 6 months experience as a Joiner or related craft experience in shipfitting, carpentry or sheetmetal or completion of a craft specific CTE program and be able to pass the Tacker Certification test.

Nice to Have

High School diploma or equivalent, Master Tech Certification

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. HII’s diverse 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.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), 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.

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

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co .com 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 e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #1 for Ingalls Shipbuilding.

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