Marine Electrician

Job Title: Marine Electrician

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified Marine Electrician with a background in the Navy, specifically from A or E division. The role involves installing, operating, maintaining, repairing, and modifying equipment. The position requires performing maintenance and technical support on shipboard systems, integrated systems, and related equipment/software at various locations.

Work Environment

The work will be conducted at Naval Station Norfolk, where you will be part of a dedicated team working with state-of-the-art technologies. The role requires adherence to safety protocols and quality standards in a dynamic and fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, maintain, repair, and modify equipment.
• Perform maintenance and technical support on shipboard systems, integrated systems, and related equipment/software.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions to resolve issues promptly.
• Interface with customers and manage subcontractors.
• Provide work direction to others.
• Develop and utilize technical documents, including controlled work packages, formal work processes and procedures, and test documents.
• Schedule, report, and brief customers and senior management.
• Perform duties outside of specialty to complete assignments.

Essential Skills

• Experience in marine, ship repair, valves, electrical, hydraulics, and diesel systems.
• High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years of related experience.
• Experience in installing, maintaining, and repairing structural and mechanical systems and associated equipment.
• Proficiency in using various power tools and measurement devices.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow blueprints, technical drawings, and technical manuals.
• Knowledge of safety and quality control steps and procedures.
• Capability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance and base access credentials.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team where you can apply your skills in a challenging and rewarding environment. Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and development. Be part of a culture that values safety, quality, and innovation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Newport News, VA.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/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 Newport News,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 23, 2025.

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.