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.
Additive Manufacturing
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? 😫
Wow, boring start to the day, huh? This is what I'm working on:
Dude, for real?! 🤯
So this submarine is in a dry dock getting needed repairs and they found out they can no longer get this critical part because the company who made it is out of business. Since they couldn't order it, we just ... 3D printed it! BOOM. Fixed.
Here’s what I’ve been working on all day:
Well ... I guess that's important, too, lol.
I know, right? What’s your office like?
U serious? Why is your job so cool? lol
What, your office doesn’t have 3D printers and fighter jets?
Haha, not so much:
hahahaha
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 use futuristic technology to build undersea navigation systems.
I pore over columns of numbers to ensure my business clients are tax-compliant.
Submarine crews rely on the CAD files I design to print and replace critical components that fail when they’re at sea.
My clean, attractive spreadsheets wow CFOs.
I literally print parts that are used in military machines like fighter jets and submarines.
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
Training will take about four months, which is sweet!
FEBRUARY 2025
Grow My Skillset
I'll learn to use CAD software to 3D print basic prototypes and parts to be used in military systems.
MARCH 2025
Pay Training Tuition
FREE
Thanks to the ADTM program, I may not have to pay for training at all. No debt!
MAY 2025
Get My First Paycheck
Up to $87K/year
Wow, first paycheck already and no loan payments to make! 😎💰
JANUARY 2030
Proud to Be an Additive Manufacturing Technologist
Up to $105K/year
I'm leading technical projects involving the design and development of new products and processes, and collaborating with engineering teams and scientists.
JANUARY 2035
Lead Tech for Additive Manufacturing Operations
Up to $123K/year
I'm responsible for supporting various AM technologies, upholding safety measures and operating and maintaining large-format AM machines ... and that's just before lunch!
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 bar graphs and spreadsheets. Some use science fiction-level technology to "print" parts that keep ships in the water and ensure we deter adversaries all over the world.
What will you choose?
Sources
Training Length: 4 months
“About ATDM.” ATDM, The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research, www.atdm.org/about-atdm. 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: $103K
"Salary Assessor®: Additive Manufacturing Engineer," 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 $87K/year
"Salary Assessor®: Additive Manufacturing Engineer," ERI Economic Research Institute, Inc., www.erieri.com/salaryassessor. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
Additive Manufacturing Technologist, Up to $105K/year
"Salary Assessor®: Additive Manufacturing Engineer," ERI Economic Research Institute, Inc., www.erieri.com/salaryassessor. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
Additive Manufacturing Operations, Up to $123K/year
"Salary Assessor®: Additive Manufacturing Engineer," 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.