Shipfitter

Job Title: Shipfitter

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Shipfitter with a strong experience in commercial and naval shipbuilding. The role requires expertise in fabrication, ship fitting, and the ability to work with various tools and blueprints to contribute to shipbuilding projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform fabrication and ship fitting duties as a first-class Shipfitter.
• Utilize tack welding, burning, and torch techniques to complete shipbuilding tasks.
• Read and interpret blueprints to guide construction and repair activities.
• Execute arc gouging and grinding as necessary for ship construction.
• Collaborate with the shipbuilding team to ensure projects meet specifications.

Essential Skills

• Four years of commercial or naval experience as a first-class Shipfitter.
• Proficiency in single pass tack welding.
• Skill in using an oxygen/propane burning torch.
• Experience with oxygen/propane heating torch techniques.
• Ability to comprehend and work from blueprints.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with shipbuilding and construction techniques.
• Strong understanding of shipyard safety and procedures.

Work Environment

This position involves working in shipyards around the 757 area, initially focusing on projects at HII. The work environment is hands-on and requires the use of various shipbuilding tools and equipment. Employees should be prepared for a dynamic and fast-paced setting.

This is a Contract position based out of Newport News, VA.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Newport News,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 31, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.