Job Title: Marine ElectricianJob DescriptionThis role focuses on installing, operating, maintaining, repairing, and modifying marine electrical and related systems on shipboard and integrated systems. You will provide hands-on technical support at company, customer, and field locations, applying a comprehensive understanding of production processes to complete complex assignments. The position involves troubleshooting and diagnosing malfunctions, interfacing directly with customers, coordinating with subcontractors, and providing work direction to others while following formal work processes, technical procedures, and documentation requirements.
Responsibilities
- Install, operate, maintain, repair, and modify marine electrical equipment, shipboard systems, integrated systems, and related equipment and software at company, customer, and field locations.
- Perform a variety of maintenance and technical support activities on shipboard and integrated systems, ensuring safe and reliable operation.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in electrical, mechanical, and related systems to identify root causes and resolve problems in minimum time.
- Apply a comprehensive understanding of production methods, processes, and procedures to complete complex and non-routine assignments accurately and efficiently.
- Interface directly with customers to understand technical needs, provide status updates, and ensure satisfaction with work performed.
- Coordinate and manage subcontractors as needed and provide clear work direction and guidance to other team members.
- Develop, review, and use technical documents such as controlled work packages, formal work processes and procedures, test documents, reports, and task or trip reports.
- Schedule work activities, prepare progress reports, and brief customers and senior management on project status, technical issues, and outcomes.
- Use various power tools and measurement devices safely and effectively to support installation, maintenance, and repair activities.
- Read, interpret, and follow blueprints, technical drawings, and technical manuals to execute work accurately and in compliance with specifications.
- Apply safety and quality control steps and procedures throughout all tasks to ensure compliance with applicable standards and requirements.
- Perform duties outside your primary specialty when needed to complete installations or work assignments on time.
- Adhere to strict attendance expectations and consistently arrive early enough to access the facility, transit to the worksite, and be on the deck plates ready to work by the required start time.
Essential Skills
- Division or E Division experience from the Navy, with a background relevant to marine electrical or shipboard systems.
- High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of related experience in marine, ship repair, or similar technical environments.
- Experience installing, maintaining, and repairing structural and mechanical systems and associated equipment in a marine or shipboard setting.
- Hands-on experience with marine systems including marine electrical systems, ship repair activities, valves, hydraulics, and diesel-related components.
- Proficiency using various power tools and measurement devices safely and effectively.
- Ability to read, interpret, and follow blueprints, technical drawings, and technical manuals to complete work accurately.
- Knowledge of safety procedures and quality control steps and the ability to apply them consistently in all tasks.
- Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in complex electrical, mechanical, and integrated systems.
- Capability to interface professionally with customers and collaborate effectively with subcontractors and team members.
- Ability to develop and use technical documents such as controlled work packages, formal work processes and procedures, test documents, and technical reports.
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance and maintain the required clearance level throughout employment.
- Ability to obtain base access credentials within the required timeframe and maintain those credentials throughout employment.
- Strong reliability and commitment to consistent, punctual attendance and early arrival to meet worksite access and start-time requirements.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Prior Navy experience, particularly in a division or E Division role, with exposure to shipboard electrical and mechanical systems.
- Experience working with integrated shipboard systems that include electrical, hydraulic, and diesel components.
- Experience scheduling work, preparing status reports, and briefing customers and senior management on technical progress and issues.
- Experience providing work direction to others, including coordinating tasks and guiding subcontractors or junior personnel.
- Familiarity with controlled work packages, formal work processes, and structured technical documentation practices.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow established processes and procedures in a regulated environment.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, technically complex marine or shipyard environment with evolving priorities.
- Willingness to perform tasks outside of core specialty when needed to support team and project objectives.
Why Work Here?You will join a growing organization that offers significant opportunities for professional development and long-term career growth. The role provides access to a structured retirement program and a 401(k), supporting your financial future. You will work in an environment that values reliability, safety, and quality, and encourages you to build deep technical expertise in marine and shipboard systems. This setting offers exposure to large-scale projects, modern shipyard operations, and a culture that rewards strong work ethic, teamwork, and accountability. Work EnvironmentThe position is based in a shipyard environment working on large marine vessels and shipboard systems. You will spend most of your time on or near the deck plates, working around active ship construction, repair, and maintenance activities. The workday begins very early, and you must be prepared to arrive at the facility in time to secure parking, access transportation within the yard, and be on the deck plates ready to work by approximately 6:00 a.m. Attendance and punctuality are critical, and expectations for consistent presence are high. The environment involves working around heavy equipment, marine structures, and industrial processes, requiring strict adherence to safety procedures and use of appropriate personal protective equipment. You will use a variety of power tools, measurement devices, and technical documentation in your daily work, and you may need to move between different areas of the yard via designated transportation routes to reach shipboard and drydock locations. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Newport News, VA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $22.00 - $30.00/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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Newport News, VA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Newport News,VA.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
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