Outside Machinist

Outside Machinist

Newport News Shipyard

$45 and $140 Per Diem

2 year contract

Install and align ship machinery, propulsion systems, and valves

Operate lathes, portable milling/drill machines, and cargo cranes

Perform valve overhauls, lube oil flushing, and hydrostatic testing

Repair AC/refrigeration systems and install hydraulic components

Conduct boiler tests, shafting, bearing work, and optical alignment

Read and interpret complex blueprints and technical drawings

Maintain system cleanliness and ensure OSHA compliance

Shipyard setting: indoors/outdoors, all weather conditions

Must be able to lift 40 lbs, climb, kneel, crawl, and work in confined spaces

Respirator fit test and physical exam required

Shift work based on production needs

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.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Newport News,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.

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.

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.