Marine Electrician Technician - Career Opportunity - San Diego, CA

Job Description

As a Marine Electrician Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting field installation services aboard US Navy ships. Your primary responsibilities will involve the installation, termination, and testing of fiber optic and copper cable assemblies to facilitate various ship services, including power, communication, telephone, and alarm systems.

Responsibilities

Install, tag, and band fiber optic and copper cables on various classes of surface and submarine Naval vessels.Layout, fabricate, and install electrical wiring, coaxial cable, waveguides, or fiber optic cable onboard Navy vessels.Troubleshoot and test fiber and copper cables and circuits.Perform tasks associated with electrical installation of cable, military circular connectors, panel box, and power terminations.Read and interpret drawings, specifications, technical manuals, design notices, etc.Utilize tools of the trade such as multi-meters, pin crimpers, and soldering equipment.Exhibit self-sufficiency in the role of a shipboard or airframe electrician.

Essential Skills

Marine electrical troubleshooting and schematic interpretation.Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical manuals.Experience with electrical troubleshooting and use of tools such as multi-meters and pin crimpers.Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in ship repair onboard US Navy ships, or equivalent technical education.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Familiarity with MS-Office programs, including Word and Excel.Former Navy experience as Electronics Technician (ET), Information Systems Technician (IC), Aviation Maintenance (AT), or Electrician's Mate (EM) is ideal.

Why Work Here?

You will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in field installation services. The opportunity offers professional growth through in-house training and certification, fostering a culture of learning and skill enhancement. With a commitment to work-life balance, you will engage in meaningful work that contributes to national security while also enjoying the camaraderie of working alongside skilled professionals.

Work Environment

Work will be conducted at various sites including NBSD, NASNI (Coronado), CMSD, NASSCO, and BAE. The environment will involve hands-on tasks aboard naval vessels, requiring both technical proficiency and physical agility. Expect a dynamic atmosphere with opportunities for extended travel and overtime work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of National City, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in National City,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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