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Compensation
$45/hr
Location
Pascagoula, MS
Schedule
Contract / Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Aerotek is hiring structural welders for a contract role on long-term shipbuilding projects. The work involves constructing and repairing naval vessels, including aircraft carriers and submarines. Pulse Arc experience is required, while shipyard welding experience is preferred. The position is fully onsite in Pascagoula, Mississippi, and pays $45 per hour; a $140 daily per diem is also listed.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Pulse Arc WeldingShipyard WeldingMulti-Pass WeldingFillet and Butt WeldingMIG WeldingFlux-Core WeldingStick WeldingAir Carbon Arc GougingWeld TestingSafety FocusQuality FocusPhysical Stamina

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Structural Welders (Pulse Arc) Needed | $45/hr + $140/Day Per Diem

Build America's Navy. Earn Top Pay.

We're hiring Structural Welders for long-term shipbuilding projects in Newport News, VA, and Charleston, SC . Join a skilled team constructing and repairing aircraft carriers and submarines.

$45/hour

$140/day Per Diem

Travel Opportunity

Weekly Pay

Benefits Available

What You'll Do

  • Perform multi-pass fillet and butt welds in all positions

  • Weld using:

  • Pulse Arc (GMAW-P)

  • MIG (GMAW)

  • Flux-Core (FCAW)

  • Stick (SMAW)

  • Air Carbon Arc Gouging

  • Work on large-scale naval vessels

  • Pass MIL-STD-248D weld testing

What We're Looking For

Shipyard welding experience preferred

Pulse Arc experience required

Ability to work in physically demanding environments

Strong focus on safety and quality

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Pascagoula, MS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $45.00/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 & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Pascagoula, MS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 25, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pascagoula,MS.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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