Entry-Level Shipboard Welder — Submarine Tech & Travel

General Dynamics Corporation; Honolulu, Northern (HI, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Honolulu, Hawaii, is seeking an entry level shipboard welder to support submarine installation and manufacturing work on site. Candidates should be trained in naval submarine maintenance, able to read blueprints, and comfortable working in tight shipboard spaces with PPE.

The role emphasizes welding and brazing on ship structures, adherence to safety and quality standards, and flexibility for shift work and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience or training in shipboard installation, repair, and/or welding.
• Ability to work safely to procedural standards and policies.
• Willingness to travel and take extended out-of-area assignments and various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform submarine shipboard welding and brazing and related shipboard mechanics tasks.
• Read and interpret Navy drawings, technical manuals, and procedures.
• Operate within safety, quality, and cost objectives for maintenance and modernization work.

Skills

DoD clearance (secret)

Read Navy ship drawings

Blueprint reading

Mathematics skills

Teamwork in shipyard

Education

High school diploma / GED or equivalent

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Honolulu, Hawaii, is seeking an entry level shipboard welder to support submarine installation and manufacturing work on site. Candidates should be trained in naval submarine maintenance, able to read blueprints, and comfortable working in tight shipboard spaces with PPE.

The role emphasizes welding and brazing on ship structures, adherence to safety and quality standards, and flexibility for shift work and travel as needed.