HII

CARPENTER (DISCRETE WORK)

Pascagoula, United States · On-site
Salary not published
Posted 2 weeks ago

From HII's careers page

Status: listed on the employer's own careers page when we last checked (daily). Confirm on their site before applying.

About the role

As an Ingalls Discrete Carpenter, you are part of a skilled team responsible for installing the permanent foundations, fixtures, and structures that support ship construction from the inside out.

What they ask for vs. your profile

Must have

Blueprint reading
Carpentry
Manufacturing
Attention to detail

Similar jobs

All jobs

HII

CARPENTER (DISCRETE WORK)

Pascagoula, United States · On-site
Salary not published
Posted 2 weeks ago

From HII's careers page

Status: listed on the employer's own careers page when we last checked (daily). Confirm on their site before applying.

About the role

Req ID: 49942

Team: 10 Carpenters

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

Strength. Craftsmanship. Precision. Become a Discrete Carpenter.

Do you have what it takes to build the permanent structures that bring America’s most advanced naval vessels to life?

As an Ingalls Discrete Carpenter, you are part of a skilled team responsible for installing the permanent foundations, fixtures, and structures that support ship construction from the inside out. You will read blueprints, lay out exact placement for shipboard components, and install essential items such as ladders, tile, stanchions, deck sockets, staples, and other structural elements. Your craftsmanship ensures every component is installed accurately, safely, and to the highest standard — work that keeps our fleet mission‑ready.

Show the full description

If you’re ready to apply your skill on a world‑class scale, a rewarding career at Ingalls Shipbuilding — “America’s Shipyard” and Mississippi’s largest private employer — is waiting.

What You Can Earn

Earn $35.99 per hour, depending on experience and skill level.
Additional opportunities for overtime, specialized training, and long‑term career growth.

What You’ll Do

Install permanent structures aboard ships and other naval units.
Read blueprints and lay out precise locations for ladders, stanchions, deck sockets, tile, staples, and shipboard components.
Use a wide range of carpentry and fabrication tools, including hammers, squares, levels, grinders, saws, and pneumatic or motor‑powered tools.
Measure materials accurately using tape measures and layout tools.
Work in varied shipyard environments and support changing production needs.
Must be available to work any shift in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.

Why This Work Matters

Discrete Carpenters bring structure and reliability to the Navy’s most capable ships. Every component you install contributes to the strength, safety, and long‑term performance of vessels operating around the world. Your attention to detail and dedication support the teams who construct and maintain America’s fleet.

What You Bring

Two years of experience in tile work, framing, cabinet building, trim carpentry, or similar craft
Ability to read blueprints and tape measurements
Skill using carpentry, layout, and finishing tools
Comfort working in complex shipyard environments
Strong commitment to safety, craftsmanship, and teamwork

Preferred Qualifications

Two years of experience in a shipyard environment

Must Have

Experience: 3 years

Nice to Have

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.

Apply now »

Apply now

Apply Now

Start applying with LinkedIn

Start

Please wait...

Find similar jobs

Trades,
Business/Finance

Legal

Disclaimer and Terms of Use

HII Web Privacy Statement

Anti-Corruption Program

Conflict Minerals Policy and Disclosure

California Transparency in Supply Chains Act of 2010 and U.K. Modern Slavery Act of 2015

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. United Kingdom Tax

Build Your Career

Accessibility

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

Huntington Ingalls Industries 4101 Washington Ave. Newport News, VA 23607

Cookie Consent Manager

When you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. However, blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer.

Required Cookies

These cookies are required to use this website and can't be turned off.

Required Cookies

Show More Details

Required Cookies

Provider
Description
Enabled

SAP as service provider

We use the following session cookies, which are all required to enable the website to function:

"route" is used for session stickiness

"careerSiteCompanyId" is used to send the request to the correct data center

"JSESSIONID" is placed on the visitor's device during the session so the server can identify the visitor

"Load balancer cookie" (actual cookie name may vary) prevents a visitor from bouncing from one instance to another

Cookies from provider SAPasserviceprovider are required and cannot be turned off

Functional Cookies

These cookies provide a better customer experience on this site, such as by remembering your login details, optimizing video performance, or providing us with information about how our site is used. You may freely choose to accept or decline these cookies at any time. Note that certain functionalities that these third-parties make available may be impacted if you do not accept these cookies.

Consent to all Functional Cookies

Show More Details

Functional Cookies

Provider
Description
Enabled

YouTube

YouTube is a video-sharing service where users can create their own profile, upload videos, watch, like, and comment on videos. Opting out of YouTube cookies will disable your ability to watch or interact with YouTube videos.

Cookie Policy

Terms and Conditions

Consent to cookies from provider YouTube

Advertising Cookies

These cookies serve ads that are relevant to your interests. You may freely choose to accept or decline these cookies at any time. Note that certain functionality that these third parties make available may be impacted if you do not accept these cookies.

Consent to all Advertising Cookies

Show More Details

Advertising Cookies

Provider
Description
Enabled

LinkedIn is an employment-oriented social networking service. We use the Apply with LinkedIn feature to allow you to apply for jobs using your LinkedIn profile. Opting out of LinkedIn cookies will disable your ability to use Apply with LinkedIn.

Cookie Policy

Cookie Table

Terms and Conditions

Consent to cookies from provider LinkedIn

Confirm My Choices

Accept All Cookies

As an Ingalls Discrete Carpenter, you are part of a skilled team responsible for installing the permanent foundations, fixtures, and structures that support ship construction from the inside out.

What they ask for vs. your profile

Must have

Blueprint reading
Carpentry
Manufacturing
Attention to detail
Customer experience
Logistics
Machine learning
SAP
Teamwork

What they ask for vs. your profile

Must have

Blueprint reading
Carpentry
Manufacturing
Attention to detail

CARPENTER (DISCRETE WORK)

About the role

What they ask for vs. your profile

Must have

Similar jobs

CARPENTER (DISCRETE WORK)

About the role

The Role

What You Can Earn

What You’ll Do

Why This Work Matters

What You Bring

Preferred Qualifications

Experience: 3 years

Why HII

Find similar jobs

What they ask for vs. your profile

Must have

What they ask for vs. your profile

Must have

Similar jobs

The Role

What You Can Earn

What You’ll Do

Why This Work Matters

What You Bring

Preferred Qualifications

Experience: 3 years

Why HII

Find similar jobs

What they ask for vs. your profile

Must have

Your match

ATS check