Maritime manufacturing combines stability and great pay with future-forward tech and growth potential.
WHAT KIND OF careers ARE WE TALKING ABOUT?
Careers in maritime manufacturing encompass everything from design and production to the assembly of various naval vessels and their components.
Additive manufacturing
For the creators
Use next-gen tools to 3D print parts that are assembled into incredible defense platforms.
Cnc machining
For the shapers
Use advanced technology to shape everyday materials into crucial components.
Non-destructive testing
For the experimenters
Use precise instruments to ensure that every component is of the highest quality and safe for service.
Quality assurance
For the creators
Use your knack for numbers and keen eye to ensure quality and spot mistakes.
Welding
For the makers
Use your torch to forge impenetrable bonds and piece together parts, systems and platforms.
Welding
Gig Worker
TOOLKIT
Day
The career you choose now will inform what you'll be doing every day for the next several decades (no pressure). Let's take a look at a typical day at each job to see how you might spend your time.
I delivered for 12 hours yesterday. So. Very. Tired. 😮💨
Haha, bummer. I spent my morning working on this:
🤯🤯🤯
Yeah, so no paperwork for me today! Just finished my last x-ray testing training session. That's how we make sure every weld is waterproof, which is kind of, well, important.
Yeah? Well THIS is what I've got going on today #humblebrag
Wow. 😴😴😴
Lemme see your digs!
Are you from the future???
What, your office doesn’t have power tools and robots? 🤖🤖
Currently rethinking life choices 🤔
🤣🤣🤣
rights
Let's face it. Some careers come with more of the intangible "it factor" than others. When someone asks you what you do for a living, how will you answer?
I build futuristic machines that combat international terrorism and protect global trade routes.
I'm my own boss ... except for the three bosses I have at my various jobs.
I weld 400-foot sea vessels that safeguard our way of life.
Not to brag, but I have a 4.8 rating on my deliveries.
Certified to use a plasma torch.
I once drove a guy to the airport who kinda looked like Justin Timberlake.
What will your career trajectory look like? Let’s compare paths to see what your future could hold.
JANUARY 2025
Start Expedited Training
I'll learn how to weld in as little as four months? Dope.
FEBRUARY 2025
Grow My Skillset
Skills unlocked: the ability to review blueprints, weld and fabricate, do inspections, maintain equipment, and more.
MARCH 2025
Pay Training Tuition
FREE
I may not have to pay for training at all through the ATDM program. No debt!
MAY 2025
Get My First Paycheck
Up to $59K/year
First paycheck already and no loan payments to make! 😎💰
JANUARY 2030
Become a Second Class Pipefitter
Up to $69K/year
Putting my Grade III silver brazing certification to use on Naval submarine fleet modernization.
January 2035
Move Up to Welding Supervisor
Up to $80K/year
Boss status begins. I'll continue to hone my skills while also supervising a team of welders.
JANUARY 2025
Find a Gig
Love the gig economy. Be your own boss. Set your own hours. I'm all in!
FEBRUARY 2025
Become a Driver
Got a gig with one of those ridesharing apps. Let the cash flow ... flow!
MARCH 2025
Try Some Hacks to Earn More
Giving my backseat the VIP treatment with free mints, water and phone chargers ... should help with tips. 🤞
MAY 2025
Starting to Make Money
Up to $38K/year
Drove a couple through two hours of traffic to the airport. They argued the whole way. Tip: nada.
JANUARY 2030
Take on More Gig Jobs
Up to $43K/year
To pay for little things like rent and food, I'm working as a delivery driver for a couple of chains. Now my car smells like the pizza I can barely afford. 😭 🍕
JANUARY 2035
Too Late to Stop Now
Up to $49K/year
Between this delivery job and three others, I'm making things work. But this whole "gig economy" concept is a little sus.
Your journey starts here
Everyone’s path is different; it’s about finding what’s right for you. Some paths include driving people and delivering packages. Some include working with teams to build machines and vessels that protect the nation.
What will you choose?
Sources
Training Length: 4-6 months
“About ATDM.” ATDM, The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research, www.atdm.org/about-atdm. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
”How to Become a Welder in TX.” Best Trade Schools, www.best-trade-schools.net/locations/texas/welder-in-tx/. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
Training Cost: FREE
“About ATDM.” ATDM, The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research, www.atdm.org/about-atdm. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
Average Salary: $61K
"Salary Assessor®: Welder," ERI Economic Research Institute, Inc., www.erieri.com/salaryassessor. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
Training Length: 1 month or less
"Occupational Outlook Handbook: Delivery Truck Drivers and Driver/Sales Workers," U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, www.bls.gov/ooh/transportation-and-material-moving/delivery-truck-drivers-and-driver-sales-workers.htm#tab-5. Accessed 26 Apr. 2024.
Average Salary: $38K
"Salary Assessor®: Driver Taxi," ERI Economic Research Institute, Inc.,https://www.erieri.com/salaryassessor. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
Sources
Pay Training Tuition, FREE
“About ATDM.” ATDM, The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research, www.atdm.org/about-atdm Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
First Paycheck, Up to $59K
"Salary Assessor®: Welder," ERI Economic Research Institute, Inc., www.erieri.com/salaryassessor. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
Second Class Pipefitter, Up to $69K/year
"Salary Assessor®: Welder," ERI Economic Research Institute, Inc., www.erieri.com/salaryassessor. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
Welding Supervisor, Up to $80K/year
"Salary Assessor®: Welder," ERI Economic Research Institute, Inc., www.erieri.com/salaryassessor. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
Starting to Make Money (Entry Level), $38K
"Salary Assessor®: Driver Taxi," ERI Economic Research Institute, Inc., www.erieri.com/salaryassessor. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
Take On More Gig Jobs (5 Yrs Experience), $43K
"Salary Assessor®: Driver Taxi," ERI Economic Research Institute, Inc., www.erieri.com/salaryassessor. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
Too Late to Stop Now (10 Yrs Experience), $49K
"Salary Assessor®: Driver Taxi," ERI Economic Research Institute, Inc., www.erieri.com/salaryassessor. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.