Sheet Metal Foreman, X32, $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Job overview

The Sheet Metal Foreman, X32 role is onsite in Newport News, VA, on first shift. Compensation is $92,000 to $117,000 per year, and qualifying new hires are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus. The role supports the X32 Sheet Metal Department at Newport News Shipbuilding. The foreman supervises and develops skilled and semi-skilled trades personnel while coordinating work, quality, and budget performance. The role translates broader strategies into practical work plans and ensures employees follow technical requirements and procedures.

What you'll do

• Supervise, assign, coordinate, and evaluate skilled and semi-skilled trades personnel
• train employees to improve work quality and quantity
• recommend training and assist in developing training procedures
• translate strategies into action plans and ensure employees are trained
• ensure adherence to drawings, procedures, and technical requirements
• oversee manufacturing, installation, operation, testing, and process operations
• monitor job and budget performance across shifts.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

sheet metal foreman

x32

shipbuilding

trade supervision

manufacturing

newport news va

huntington ingalls industries

first shift

full-time

$5,000 sign-on bonus

$92,000-$117,000/year

travel 10%-25%

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plans, onsite health centers, telemedicine, wellness resources, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), life insurance, tuition reimbursement, discounts, and education scholarships.

Why this role

A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available to qualifying Foreman new hires, including current Newport News Shipbuilding employees; travel requirements are listed as 10%–25%.

About the employer

Huntington Ingalls Industries is hiring for this role. Industry: Ship Building and Repairing. Sector: 33.