Electrical Manufacturing Technician - Submarine Systems

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Kings Bay, GA, is seeking an experienced shipboard electrical technician for maintenance and modernization on submarines. You will work on electrical installation, testing, and modifications across ship systems and equipment.

The role requires reading electrical drawings, adherence to NAVSEA instructions, and strong safety practices in both shipboard and shop settings. Travel up to 11 months may be required and a DoD SECRET clearance is needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1+ year shipyard or Navy involvement with repair, installation and/or testing of ships systems and components.
• Must be able to work all shifts.
• Must be able to climb and descend ladders.
• Must be available for travel to offsite facilities up to 11 months per assignment.
• Must be able to obtain a DoD SECRET security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Install and remove cables in cableways, including confined spaces.
• Apply electrical trade knowledge; read diagrams and install/modify power panels and transformers.
• Maintain teamwork to meet quality benchmarks and schedule performance.
• Work with shipboard electrical components (power, signal cables, distribution panels).
• Use power and hand tools and electrical test equipment as required.
• Climb ladders and traverse on submarines; work in shipboard and shop environments.

Skills

Reading electrical drawings

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Electrical safety

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

NAVSEA drawings

Technical manuals

Ships Systems Manuals

Electrical test equipment

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Kings Bay, GA, is seeking an experienced shipboard electrical technician for maintenance and modernization on submarines. You will work on electrical installation, testing, and modifications across ship systems and equipment.

The role requires reading electrical drawings, adherence to NAVSEA instructions, and strong safety practices in both shipboard and shop settings. Travel up to 11 months may be required and a DoD SECRET clearance is needed.