Outside Machinist – Shipbuilding (Contract)

📍Location: Newport News, VA

💰Pay: Up to$27.31/hr+$140/day per diem(for days worked)

About the Role

Join a leading shipbuilding team in Newport News! We're looking for experienced Outside Machinists with a strong background in commercial or naval shipbuilding. If you’re skilled with precision tools, blueprint reading, and heavy machinery installation, this is your opportunity to work on high-impact projects in a dynamic shipyard environment.

Key ResponsibilitiesInstall and align ship machinery, propulsion systems, and valvesOperate lathes, portable milling/drill machines, and cargo cranesPerform valve overhauls, lube oil flushing, and hydrostatic testingRepair AC/refrigeration systems and install hydraulic componentsConduct boiler tests, shafting, bearing work, and optical alignmentRead and interpret complex blueprints and technical drawingsMaintain system cleanliness and ensure OSHA complianceWhat You’ll Need4+ yearsof machinist experience (naval or commercial preferred)Strong blueprint reading and mechanical assembly skillsFamiliarity with OSHA regulations and shipyard safety standardsAbility to use precision measuring tools (micrometers, rulers, etc.)Completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent trainingWork EnvironmentShipyard setting: indoors/outdoors, all weather conditionsMust be able to lift 40 lbs, climb, kneel, crawl, and work in confined spacesRespirator fit test and physical exam requiredShift work based on production needsWhy Join Us?

Work on cutting-edge shipbuilding projects with a team that values your expertise. Enjoy competitive pay, daily per diem, and opportunities for professional growth in a high-demand industry.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.73 - $27.31/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 Newport News,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 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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