Marine Mechanic

Marine Mechanic - Career Opportunity - San Diego, CA

Job Description

• This role is designed to provide critical support to the U.S. Navy by conducting recurring assessments and repairs on various shipboard diesel systems and components.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering technical support for diesel components and systems such as diesel generators, engine couplings, clutches, lubricating oil systems, and combustion air systems.
• Perform routine inspections, ready-to-start inspections, post-repair inspections, and formal periodic assessments (FPAs) on diesel engines.
• Complete technical assessments and provide repair recommendations in report format for review and issuance.
• Conduct ship visits to offer technical guidance for repairs, troubleshooting, or testing as needed.
• Deliver on-the-job training for Ships Force Maintenance personnel, focusing on adjustments, repairs, troubleshooting techniques, and safety.
• Communicate and debrief Ships Force personnel regarding findings, completed repairs, and required training.
• Assist in researching and resolving departures from specification (DFS).
• Overhaul main propulsion machinery and associated equipment/components.
• Assist with the overhaul of auxiliary systems including condensers, compressors, pumps, and more.
• Maintain engine performance through routine inspections and repairs, including replacing parts like fuel injectors and spark plugs.
• Diagnose engine failures using diagnostic tools and perform necessary repairs.
• Install, repair, and maintain engines and components such as cylinder heads, crankshafts, and turbochargers.
• Inspect and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems related to steering, braking, and cooling.
• Diagnose and repair oil, fuel, and exhaust system issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks such as fluid replacement and fuel injector cleaning.
• Repair mechanical problems related to boat and outboard motors.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems such as starting circuits and ignition systems.
• Install and repair pumps, compressors, and other accessories powered by diesel engines.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of shipyard experience specializing in diesel systems.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools.
• Basic tool ownership and familiarity with reading blueprints and schematics.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with equipment removal from ships.
• Competency in rigging, tagging, securing, and strapping equipment on Navy ships.
• Experience with man lifts, rigs, and hoists.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in performing diesel generator replacements.
• Familiarity with shipyard work environments.

Work Environment

• Work will be conducted at BAE and CMSD yards. Our team operates in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, using state-of-the-art tools and technology to ensure precision and quality in all tasks.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of National City, CA.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/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 National City,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 3, 2026.

About Aerotek:

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.