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Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.

HIIIndustrials· Newport News, VA, United States
LAYOFFS TRACKED
6
LAST EVENT
Nov 5, 2025
MARKET CAP
$7.45B
EMPLOYEES
44,000

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. designs, builds, overhauls, and repairs military ships in the United States. It operates through three segments: Ingalls, Newport News, and Mission Technologies. The company is involved in the design and construction of non-nuclear ships comprising amphibious assault ships; expeditionary warfare ships; surface combatants; and national security cutters for the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard. It also provides nuclear-powered ships, such as aircraft carriers and submarines, as well as refueling and overhaul, and inactivation services of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers. In addition, the company offers naval nuclear support services, including fleet services comprising design, construction, maintenance, and disposal activities for in-service the U.S. Navy nuclear ships; and maintenance services on nuclear reactor prototypes. Further, the company provides C5ISR systems and operations; application of artificial intelligence and machine learning to battlefield decisions; defensive and offensive cyberspace strategies and electronic warfare; live, virtual, and constructive solutions; unmanned, autonomous systems; and fleet sustainment; and critical nuclear operations. Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. was founded in 1886 and is headquartered in Newport News, Virginia.

Layoff history

EVENTS PER QUARTER · HOVER FOR EMPLOYEE COUNTS

Q4 '23: 3 eventsQ1 '24: 0 eventsQ2 '24: 0 eventsQ3 '24: 0 eventsQ4 '24: 0 eventsQ1 '25: 0 eventsQ2 '25: 2 eventsQ3 '25: 0 eventsQ4 '25: 1 eventsQ1 '26: 0 eventsQ2 '26: 0 eventsQ3 '26: 0 events
Q4 '23Q1 '24Q1 '25Q1 '26Q3 '26

Layoff timeline

6 EVENTS
Nov 5, 2025News

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. has laid off over 100 workers from its Newport News Shipbuilding division. This decision reflects ongoing adjustments within the company as it navigates current market conditions. The layoffs are part of a broader effort to streamline operations and maintain competitiveness in the shipbuilding sector. The affected employees were notified recently, and the company has indicated that it will continue to assess its workforce needs moving forward.

Jun 26, 2025News

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. has announced over 300 job cuts in Virginia, as reported by state officials. This decision reflects the company's ongoing adjustments in response to market conditions. The layoffs are part of a broader trend affecting the defense sector, but specific reasons for the cuts at Huntington Ingalls were not detailed. The affected positions are expected to impact various roles within the company, although the exact departments were not specified. This move underscores the challenges faced by the company in maintaining its workforce amidst changing demands.

May 30, 2025News

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. has announced that its Newport News Shipbuilding division will furlough 471 workers. This decision comes as part of a broader effort to manage workforce levels amid ongoing challenges in the shipbuilding sector. The furloughs reflect the company's response to current operational needs and are expected to impact various roles within the shipyard. The company has not specified the duration of the furloughs or any potential for future layoffs, but the move indicates a significant adjustment in workforce management at this facility.

Oct 1, 2023News

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. has furloughed 471 shipbuilders at its Newport News Shipbuilding division. This decision comes as part of a broader adjustment to align workforce levels with current workload demands. The layoffs are effective immediately, impacting the shipbuilding operations in Newport News, Virginia. The company has indicated that these furloughs are necessary to manage costs and respond to the fluctuating demands of the shipbuilding industry. This move reflects ongoing challenges within the sector and the need for strategic workforce management.

Oct 1, 2023News

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.'s Newport News Shipbuilding has laid off 167 workers as part of a workforce reduction strategy. This decision comes amid ongoing challenges in the shipbuilding industry, which has faced various operational hurdles. The layoffs are aimed at streamlining operations and adjusting to current market demands. The affected employees were notified of their termination on October 1, 2023. This move reflects the company's efforts to maintain efficiency and competitiveness in a challenging economic environment.

Oct 1, 2023News

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. has furloughed over 400 employees at its Newport News Shipbuilding division. This decision comes amid ongoing challenges in the shipbuilding industry, which have impacted operations and workforce stability. The layoffs are part of a broader adjustment to align resources with current project demands. The company has not specified a timeline for when these furloughs might end, leaving many employees uncertain about their future. This move reflects the ongoing pressures faced by the defense sector, particularly in light of recent budget constraints and project delays.

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