Eighteen employees from three divisions at Huntington Ingalls Industries were recognized for their achievements in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) during the 25th annual Women of Color STEM Conference.
Among the women who received Technology All-Star awards was April Bilbo, a welding general foreman.
April began her career as a hull welding apprentice and completed her apprenticeship earning a journeyman status.
During this time she was promoted to lead her work crew.
In 2011, April served as a foreman for operations. She was selected as a full-time foreman in 2017.
Two years later she rose to weld general foreman.
April has worked all classes of ships at Ingalls, including amphibious assault ships, transport docks, and dock landing ships.
Huntington Ingalls Industries is America’s largest military shipbuilding company and a provider of professional services to partners in government and industry.
The Women of Color (WOC) STEM Conference recognizes outstanding women in the STEM fields and provides excellent opportunities for professional development, networking, and recruiting. Click here to nominate.
Click here to nominate the Best Work Crew Leaders for a WOC STEM Award.
