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# Jobs in Newport News, VA — Shipbuilding & Defense Hiring

**State:** [Virginia Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/virginia?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 1,084

**Hiring momentum:** -51.0% — 25 new postings in the last 28 days vs 51 in the 28 days before, on career sites tracked through both periods
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 1,680
- Median salary: $58K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $40K – $90K
- Remote share: 6.5%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 1,680 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- New postings for Newport News, VA fell 51% in the last 28 days (25 vs 51 in the 28 days before).
- Industries with the most postings in Newport News, VA: Hospitals and Health Care (34% of all postings), followed by Retail and Staffing Agencies.
- Pay in Newport News, VA runs 17% below the United States median ($58K vs $70K).

*Numbers above are computed from postings on employer career sites published in the window shown below, closed ones included. Salary figures use posted ranges where available; the market median is the median of the country the pay is quoted in, as its location page shows it. Confidence reflects sample size and signal stability vs the prior month.*

## Top industries in Newport News, VA

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitals & Health Care | 574 | $66K |
| Retail | 264 | $33K |
| Staffing & Recruiting | 68 | — |
| Restaurants | 48 | — |
| Outsourcing & Offshoring | 45 | $114K |
| Construction | 37 | — |
| Defense & Space | 35 | — |
| Machinery Manufacturing | 31 | — |
| Mental Health Care | 30 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Newport News, VA

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 180 | $90K |
| Retail Sales Associate | 85 | $31K |
| Customer Service Representative | 70 | — |
| Assistant Manager | 43 | — |
| Security Officer | 33 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Newport News, VA

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Domino's Pizza Pakistan Jobs & Careers — QSR](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/domino-s-pizza?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 31 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 21 employers filed 57 petitions; 1% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Newport News, VA

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lab | 23 | — |
| Ferguson | 8 | — |
| CNU Graduate Studies and Continuing Education | 4 | — |
| William & Mary | 3 | — |
| City of Newport News | 2 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Norfolk, VA — Navy, Healthcare & Tech Hiring](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/virginia/norfolk?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 12.2 mi | 3800 | $65K |
| [Jobs in Chesapeake, VA — Navy, Logistics & Healthcare](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/virginia/chesapeake?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 14.0 mi | 2178 | $55K |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What are the top industries in Newport News, VA?

Shipbuilding, defense contracting, aerospace, healthcare, and education are the top sectors. Newport News Shipbuilding is one of the single largest industrial employers in the entire United States.
### Who are the largest employers in Newport News, VA?

Huntington Ingalls Industries (Newport News Shipbuilding), Riverside Health System, Thomas Nelson Community College, and various military installations are the major employers.
### What do jobs in Newport News, VA typically pay?

Shipbuilding and defense roles pay competitive wages, including skilled trades that command premium rates. Healthcare and government roles also offer strong compensation. See salary benchmarks on this page.
### Are there remote jobs available in Newport News, VA?

Some healthcare administration and IT roles offer hybrid work. Shipbuilding, defense, and trades positions require on-site presence. Use the filters on this page to search for remote-friendly roles.
### How do I explore jobs in Norfolk or Virginia Beach nearby?

Use the Virginia state page to explore roles in Norfolk, Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, and other Hampton Roads cities close to Newport News.
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