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
3D print the parts that run the submarine.
CNC Machining
For the shapers
Shape everyday materials into extraordinary submarine components with advanced technology.
Metrology
For the inspectors
Use your knack for numbers and keen eye to ensure quality and spot mistakes.
Non-Destructive Testing
For the experimenters
Ensure that every submarine component is of the highest quality and safe for service.
Welding
For the makers
Use your torch to forge impenetrable bonds and piece together parts, systems and platforms.
Non-Destructive Testing
Accountant
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 just got MORE forms dropped on my desk. Is it 5 yet? 😫
I spent my morning doing tests on this:
Dude, for real?! 🤯
Today we were working with ultrasonic radar technology to look for hairline cracks in the hull that could sink a 100,000-ton aircraft carrier. We're the last line of defense to stop that from happening ... these really experienced techs showed us everything we need to know. This job should come with an action movie soundtrack.
Here’s what I’ve been working on all day:
Seriously don't know how you do it. 😴
I know, right? What’s your office like?
U serious? Why is your job so cool? lol
What? Your office doesn't have ultrasonic testing equipment? 😂
Haha, not so much:
BLINK TWICE IF YOU NEED ME TO SAVE YOU.
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?
When I pass a test, lives are saved.
I pore over columns of numbers to ensure my business clients are tax-compliant.
I use acoustic emission testing to "hear" microscopic cracks in military vessels.
My clean, attractive spreadsheets wow CFOs.
I keep entire multibillion-dollar fleets afloat.
Taxes. I can do taxes.
What will your career trajectory look like? Let’s compare paths to see what your future could hold.
JANUARY 2025
Start Expedited Training
I could be done with training in just one month? That's like an instant career.
FEBRUARY 2025
Grow My Skillset
Learn to inspect parts, components and assemblies, write NDT procedures and techniques, and interpret technical engineering requirements.
MARCH 2025
Pay Training Tuition
FREE
Cross this one off the list; looks like training doesn't have to cost me anything thanks to the ATDM program.
MAY 2025
Get My First Paycheck
Up to $66K/year
Wow, first paycheck is more than my older brother has been making for years. 😎💰
JANUARY 2030
Mastering My NDT Technician Job
Up to $81K/year
Got my certifications in radiographic and ultrasonic testing and am honing my understanding of continuous improvement methodologies.
JANUARY 2035
Move Up to Senior NDT Technician
Up to $95K/year
I find the smallest imperfections in vessels and equipment and take the necessary steps to keep everything working flawlessly.
JANUARY 2025
Figure Out My Financing
$30K – $100K
Maybe I’ll get a part-time job? I’ll need to research loans. 🔎
AUGUST 2025
Start College
Take courses on data analysis, regulations and legislation regarding finances.
SEPTEMBER 2029
Graduate, Study for CPA Exam
$2K – $6K
Study for a year or two, then take (and pass 🤞) the exam.
SEPTEMBER 2030
Get My First Paycheck
Up to $81K/year
Excited to start my career. Need to check when those student loan payments start ...
JANUARY 2035
Get Promoted to Senior Tax Accountant
Up to $94K/year
Bigger clients, more meetings, more responsibility ... same Excel spreadsheets. At least I know how to do my own taxes?
JANUARY 2040
Get Promoted to Finance Director
Up to $107K/year
Long days in the office during tax/audit season means I'll miss the entire season of spring. Are the leaves out yet? Can't tell from my windowless office. 😭😭
Your journey starts here
Everyone’s path is different; it’s about finding what’s right for you. Some paths include include bar graphs and spreadsheets. Some include using cutting-edge technology to inspect parts and vessels to ensure quality performance and protection for those who safeguard our nation.
What will you choose?
Sources
Training Length: 1 month - 1 year
“About ATDM.” ATDM, The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research, www.atdm.org/about-atdm, Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
"Occupational Outlook Handbook: Quality Control Inspectors," U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, www.bls.gov/ooh/production/quality-control-inspectors.htm#tab-4. 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: $73K
"Salary Assessor®: Nondestructive Testing Technician," ERI Economic Research Institute, Inc., www.erieri.com/salaryassessor. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
Training Length: 4 - 6 years
"Occupational Outlook Handbook: Accountants and Auditors," U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/accountants-and-auditors.htm#tab-4. Accessed 26 Apr. 2024.
Training Cost: Up to $100K
Pickett, Michelle. "How Much Does an Online Accounting Degree Cost?" Intelligent, 28 Mar. 2023, www.intelligent.com/how-much-does-an-online-accounting-degree-cost/. Accessed 2 May 2024.
Average Salary: $87K
"Salary Assessor®: Accountant," ERI Economic Research Institute, Inc.,www.erieri.com/salaryassessor. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
Sources
Expedited Training
“About ATDM.” ATDM, The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research, www.atdm.org/about-atdm. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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 $66K/year
"Salary Assessor®: Nondestructive Testing Technician," ERI Economic Research Institute, Inc., www.erieri.com/salaryassessor. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
NDT Technician Job, Up to $81K/year
"Salary Assessor®: Nondestructive Testing Technician," ERI Economic Research Institute, Inc., www.erieri.com/salaryassessor. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
Senior NDT Technician, Up to $95K/year
"Salary Assessor®: Nondestructive Testing Technician," ERI Economic Research Institute, Inc., www.erieri.com/salaryassessor. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
Financing, $30K - $100K
"FAQ: What Are the Requirements for an Accounting Career?" Indeed, 16 Feb. 2023, www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/how-long-does-it-take-to-become-accountant. Accessed 26 Apr. 2024.
CPA Exam, $2K - $6K
"CPA Exam Cost & Licensing Fees," UWorld | Accounting, UWorld, 2024, accounting.uworld.com/cpa-review/cpa-exam/cost-fees/. Accessed 26 Apr. 2024.
First Paycheck, Up to $81K/year
"Salary Assessor®: Accountant," ERI Economic Research Institute, Inc., www.erieri.com/salaryassessor. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
Senior Tax Accountant, Up to $94K/year
"Salary Assessor®: Accountant," ERI Economic Research Institute, Inc., www.erieri.com/salaryassessor. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
Finance Director, Up to $107K/year
"Salary Assessor®: Accountant," ERI Economic Research Institute, Inc., www.erieri.com/salaryassessor. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.