Shipwright

Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the US government, allies and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking a Shipwright to support unique US Navy program based on the island of Diego Garcia.

The Shipwright assists in the construction and repair of ships or boats according to blueprints.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Constructs or repairs ships, following blueprints or ship's plans: sights, plots, and marks reference points and lines on building dock or shipway to maintain alignment of vessel during construction or repair, using transit, plumb bob, tapes, and levels

Builds keel and bilge blocks, cradles, and shoring for supporting ships in dry-dock, marine railways, shipways, or building docks, using woodworking hand-tools and power tools

Fabricates and installs furring pieces, aprons, uprights, and other wood framing in ship

Spikes or bolts metal fittings, plates,...