**Job Title: Shipfitter** **Job Description** We are currently seeking an experienced shipfitter to join our team. The shipfitter will be responsible for fabricating, assembling, and installing structural components and systems on ships and marine vessels. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of shipbuilding principles, be proficient in reading blueprints and technical drawings, and possess excellent welding and metalworking skills. POSITION SUMMARY: Prep, layout, fit, finish, and repair complex fabrications to work packages per product specifications and production schedule under the guidance of the shop superintendent. The fit test evaluation consists of: cutting a 13” circle out of an 18”/8” plate, beveling the circle at 22 ½ degrees, fitting the circle back into the plate flush with ¼” root opening, and strong back it to the back side so that it is ready for weld. The finished product is typically graded using a pass/fail result on its acceptability that same day. Candidates should bring their own tools. At a minimum, suggested tools include: - Tape Measure - Square - Centerpunch - Hammer - Striker - Grinder (we can provide the wheels; candidates just need the tool itself) **Hard Skills** + Cutting + Fitting + Measurements + Blueprints + Oxyacetylene Torches **Soft Skills** + Attention to detail + Problem-solving + Teamwork **Job Type** This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 6 Month(s). **Work Site** This is a fully on-site position in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. **Work Environment** Large, loud manufacturing environment. Currently working four 10-hour days with an 8-hour mandatory shift on Friday until production catches up. 1st and 2nd shift openings available. 10% differential for working 2nd shift. Shift Start Times: - 1st Shift: 6am - 2nd Shift: 4pm Working in a government facility. **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.