Shipfitter

1st Class Marine Shipfitters

Aerotek is currently seeking four experienced 1st Class Marine Shipfitters to support a long-term aircraft carrier availability at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard (PSNS) in Bremerton, WA.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a major U.S. Navy modernization project with work projected through March 2028. Local Washington Shipfitters are strongly encouraged to apply. Traveling Shipfitters are also encouraged to apply.

Pay & Per Diem

• $32.00 - $34.00/hour DOE
• $178/day Per Diem
• Per diem paid on eligible workdays only (days missed or called out are not paid)
• Overtime opportunities may be available based on production schedules

Note: Candidates are responsible for their own travel expenses, airfare, lodging, and transportation.

Job Duties

• Perform structural shipfitting repairs, modifications, and modernization work aboard U.S. Navy aircraft carriers.
• Read and interpret blueprints, NAVSEA drawings, sketches, work packages, and technical specifications.
• Layout, fit, tack, and install foundations, bulkheads, decks, brackets, stiffeners, inserts, and structural steel components.
• Utilize burning and gouging equipment for removal and modification of existing shipboard structures.
• Measure, fabricate, and align structural components to meet naval and customer specifications.
• Work closely with welders and supervisors to ensure proper fit-up and installation of steel structures.
• Perform shipboard work in confined spaces, tanks, machinery spaces, overhead structures, and elevated work areas.
• Support repair and modernization efforts while maintaining quality, safety, and production requirements.

Qualifications

• Previous marine shipfitting experience required.
• Experience aboard Navy vessels, commercial vessels, or major ship repair/new construction projects preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret shipyard blueprints and structural drawings.
• Strong fit-up skills involving carbon steel structural components.
• Experience laying out and installing foundations, bulkheads, decks, brackets, and structural assemblies.
• Proficient with shipfitting tools including torch cutting equipment, grinders, magnetic drills, chain falls, come-alongs, and measuring instruments.
• Ability to work from NAVSEA drawings and specifications.
• Strong understanding of shipboard safety procedures and quality standards.

Security Requirements

This work is performed on a secure U.S. Navy installation. Candidates must be able to obtain:

• DBIDS Credential
• NAVSEA Badge
• Access authorization for Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and assigned vessels

Applicants must be eligible to meet all base and ship access requirements.

Shipfitter Test Requirement

Candidates will receive a contingent offer of employment following resume review and client approval. To remain employed, candidates must successfully pass the required shipfitter test during their first two days onsite. Failure to pass testing will result in removal from the project.

Why This Opportunity?

Long-term project scheduled through March 2028

Work aboard U.S. Navy aircraft carriers

Competitive pay and per diem package

Stable shipyard employment with a major naval availability

Opportunity to work on one of the largest ship repair projects in the Pacific Northwest

Local and traveling shipfitters welcome

Apply today to reserve your spot before the September 21, 2026 start date. Only four openings are available for this phase of the project.

Job Type & Location: This is a contract position based out of Bremerton, WA.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $34.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 Bremerton, WA.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.