Experienced Engineer - Structural

General Dynamics Electric Boat; New London (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking a Structural Engineer for the Reactor Plant Planning Yard (RPPY) to support naval submarine modernization and maintenance programs. You will provide engineering guidance for alterations and ensure technical quality while coordinating with design teams to meet schedules and budgets.

The role requires a BS in a relevant engineering field, 5+ years of experience, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Civil, Marine, Materials, or Aerospace engineering.
• 5+ years of engineering experience post graduation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead engineer on ship alterations to support fleet modernization.
• Lead engineers overseeing all aspects of alterations, including funding approval, site visits, overall technical quality, maintaining schedules, awareness of budgets, and interfacing with other engineering and design disciplines.

Skills

Communication

Self-motivation

Project management

Education

BS in Mechanical, Civil, Marine, Materials, or Aerospace engineering

Job description

There’s never been a better time to join the shipbuilding industry. As demand for cutting‑edge naval technology grows, General Dynamics Electric Boat is at the forefront—designing, building, and maintaining the most advanced submarines in the world. Our work is mission‑critical, supporting the U.S. Navy and strengthening national security.

About Department 471 - Commissioned Ships Propulsion Plant Mechanical Engineering

D471 supports commissioned submarines and training units in the Navy. We provide technical support to LOS ANGELES, SEAWOLF, OHIO, VIRGINIA Class submarines, Moored Training Ships, and the S8G Prototype. D471 is a part of the following programs within the Life Cycle Support (LCS) Directorate: Reactor Plant Planning Yard (RPPY), Moored Training Ship Support Yard (MTSSY), and S8G Prototype Design Agent (S8G PDA).

D471 Reactor Plant Planning Yard (RPPY) Structural Engineering supports mission readiness of LOS ANGELES, OHIO, SEAWOLF, and VIRGINIA Class commissioned submarines by providing engineering technical support for modernization and maintenance of the reactor plant.

Role Overview

As an RPPY Structural Engineer, you will provide engineering support for Naval Nuclear Power Training Units, which include the Moored Training Ships and the S8G Prototype. This position requires the ability to resolve of a wide variety of technical challenges, directly supporting the commissioned fleet. Technical expertise and knowledge of structural engineering, submarine arrangements, military and federal specifications, welding, fasteners, material properties, and project management are all beneficial to the position.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the lead engineer on ship alterations to support fleet modernization.
• Lead engineers overseeing all aspects of alterations, including funding approval, site visits, overall technical quality, maintaining schedules, awareness of budgets, and interfacing with other engineering and design disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Civil, Marine, Materials, or Aerospace engineering
• 5+ years of engineering experience post graduation
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DOD) Secret clearance

Preferred

• Experience with finite element analysis
• Masters degree in Mechanical, Civil, Marine, Materials, or Aerospace engineering
• U.S. Navy experience in the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program

Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills are required to interface with both internal and external customers
• Highly motivated and well organized
• Strong project management skills and an interest in mentoring less experienced engineers

Why Join Us

• We offer a workplace where integrity, innovation, and excellence drive everything we do
• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, and tuition assistance
• Career Growth – Training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance within the company
• Stability & Expansion – We’re growing, adding thousands of new jobs across our facilities
• Inclusive Culture – Employee Resource Groups and community engagement
• Impactful Work – Every role contributes directly to national defense and the U.S. Navy’s mission

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