Crafted to Lead | Want to be a foreman or craft leader? Start here.

Written on 06/02/2026
Ingalls Communications


terested in moving into craft leadership? Sign up for Crafted to Lead, a free eight-week course aimed at helping shipbuilders build the skills, habits and mindset needed to be an effective leader and supervisor. 

  
APPLY HERE by June 19: Crafted to Lead Application Form 
Classes begin July 9. 

 

COURSE DETAILS 

  • Open to all crafts, including current work leads interested in moving into leadership 

  • Meets every Thursday for eight weeks 

  • Capstone Project: Show how you’ll apply what you’ve learned in your current job 

  • Craft-Focused: Includes leadership lessons designed to help you succeed in our shipyard 

Communication > Accountability > Expectations > Culture 

 

WHO'S ELIGIBLE 

  • Ingalls shipbuilder for at least six months 

  • No safety-related layoffs 

  • No more than two DANS 

  • No more than three unexcused absences 

 

Leadership is more than a title. It’s how we live our values, earn trust and support the people we work with while delivering on our mission. This course helps you prepare for a future supervisory role by building a strong leadership foundation. 

 

Questions? Email LeadershipDevelopment@hii.com