Shipfitter - Skilled

General Dynamics Corporation; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K Plan

Paid Vacation and holidays

Shift Premium

Wellness programs including Onsite

Commuter/Van Services

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Safety Boot Reimbursement Program

Hourly Rates from $33.19 - $43.20

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking a skilled Shipfitter in Groton, CT. The role focuses on interpreting construction drawings, layout, fabrication, assembly and installation of foundations, structures and deck packages within the shipyard environment.

Responsibilities include working across shifts, using personal basic tools, and maintaining a DOD secret clearance. Benefits include health, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or 2+ years of related technical experience.
• 5+ years of shipfitting related experience.
• Willing to train and work on any shift.

Responsibilities

• Must be able to work all shifts and in all environments as well as Radiological areas of the boat.
• Willing to accept road job assignments.
• Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD secret clearance.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Mathematics

Tool handling

Education

High school diploma/GED or 2+ years of related technical experience

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Shipfitter - Skilled

US-CT-Groton

Job ID: 2026-22493
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 50
Category: Building Trades
EB Groton Shipyard

Overview

Electric Boat is the premier designer and builder of nuclear powered submarines for the US Navy and we are experiencing a period of unprecedented growth! We are looking for people who want to learn and grow within our Shipfitting Department as we continue to build the most advanced submarines.

With more than a century of experience, Electric Boat has established standards of excellence in the design, construction and lifecycle support of submarines for the US Navy while maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. Working with various metals, a Shipfitter is required to interpret construction drawings with basic mathematic ability. Job tasks include layout, fabrication, assembly and installation of foundations, structures, components and deck packages. Individuals need to develop a working knowledge of structural weld joint fit-up/weld symbols, burning and grinding operations. Work assignments will be accomplished using company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, and shipyard procedures. Work conditions may include entry in restricted/confined spaces.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K Plan
• Paid Vacation and holidays
• Shift Premium
• Health and Wellness Programs including Onsite Wellness Facility, Pharmacy, and Physical Therapy
• Commuter/Van Services
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
• Hourly Rates from $33.19 - $43.20

Responsibilities

• Must be able to work all shifts and in all environments as well as Radiological areas of the boat
• Willing to accept road job assignments
• Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD secret clearance

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma/GED or 2+ years of related technical experience
• 5+ years of shipfitting related experience
• Must be available to train and work on any shift

Preferred:

• Additional preference given for Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
• Successful completion of the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board (EWIB) Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative training program
• Knowledge in fitting, fairing and shaping steel pieces, hull sections, bulkheads and equipment foundations
• Ability to interpret structural drawings, technical manuals, test documents and diagrams

General Dynamics Electric Boat is a recognized leader in the design, construction and lifecycle support of submarines for the United States Navy.