Entry-Level Chemist: QA & Lab Technician (Submarine)

General Dynamics Corporation; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat seeks an entry-level Chemist in Groton, CT to support the Laboratory Services team. The role focuses on QA/QC, data integrity, and analytical testing across multiple instruments, supporting submarine construction projects and customer requirements.

The position requires a BS in chemistry or related field and 2+ years of lab experience, with strong communication and documentation skills. On-site lab work with safety and regulatory compliance responsibility.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry or related scientific field and 2+ years laboratory experience.
• Clear written and verbal communication; ability to write technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Support QA/QC programs and data integrity within the lab.
• Review analytical data for accuracy and compliance with SOPs.
• Assist with SOP revisions, documentation control, and audits.
• Maintain calibration records and QA tracking systems.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams on instrument issues and sample handling.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and analytical methods.
• Coordinate sample receipt, tracking and reporting.
• Ensure safety, environmental and quality compliance.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Environmental Science

Marine Science

Tools

ICP-OES

ICP-MS

GC-MS

HPLC

Ion Chromatography

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat seeks an entry-level Chemist in Groton, CT to support the Laboratory Services team. The role focuses on QA/QC, data integrity, and analytical testing across multiple instruments, supporting submarine construction projects and customer requirements.

The position requires a BS in chemistry or related field and 2+ years of lab experience, with strong communication and documentation skills. On-site lab work with safety and regulatory compliance responsibility.