Shipfitter: Hull Fabrication & Structural Assembly

Aerotek; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Shipfitter to lay out, fabricate and brace metal structural parts for ships. You will work from blueprints to position and align components within the hull, ensuring weld preparation and adherence to NAVSEA specifications in a shipyard setting.

Ideal candidates have shipfitting experience with steel/aluminum, know how to read blueprints, and can operate measuring tools. Expect 40+ hours weekly and potential travel to shipyards.

Qualifications

• One year of related shipfitting experience and/or training.
• Experience with steel, aluminum, and/or stainless steel materials.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, NAVSEA-type documentation.
• Proficient with measuring tools (calipers, tape measures, angle gauges).
• Ability to stand for long periods in a physically demanding environment.
• Willingness to work 40+ hours per week as project schedules require.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, fabricate, and brace metal structural parts within the hull.
• Read blueprints/templates to ensure accurate dimensions and alignment.
• Mark reference lines and locate holes for drilling and temporary fasteners.
• Position, secure, and align parts using jacks, turnbuckles, clips, wedges, and mauls.
• Operate hand and power tools safely to complete tasks.
• Travel to different shipyard locations as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

NAVSEA docs interpretation

Calipers and measuring tools

Metal fabrication knowledge

Shop math

Blueprint layout

Reading gauges

Safety compliance

Tools

Plate rolls

Bending brakes

Joggle machines

Job description

Aerotek is hiring a Shipfitter to lay out, fabricate and brace metal structural parts for ships. You will work from blueprints to position and align components within the hull, ensuring weld preparation and adherence to NAVSEA specifications in a shipyard setting.

Ideal candidates have shipfitting experience with steel/aluminum, know how to read blueprints, and can operate measuring tools. Expect 40+ hours weekly and potential travel to shipyards.