Submarine Shipfitter: Expert Fabrication & Growth

General Dynamics Electric Boat Corp.; United States; On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K

Paid vacation/holidays

Shift premium

Wellness program

Commuter services

Tuition reimbursement

Safety boot reimbursement

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat Corp. is seeking skilled shipfitters to join the shipfitting department as we continue building advanced submarines for the US Navy.

You'll interpret construction drawings, perform layout, fabrication, assembly and installation of foundations, structures and deck packages, and develop knowledge of weld fit-up, burning and grinding operations. Training on all shifts is available, and the role may involve restricted spaces and radiological areas.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Knowledge of fitting, fairing and shaping steel pieces, hull sections, bulkheads and equipment foundations.
• Ability to interpret structural drawings, technical manuals, test documents and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Interpret construction drawings and perform layout, fabrication, assembly and installation of foundations, structures and deck packages.
• Develop knowledge of structural weld joint fit-up/weld symbols, burning and grinding operations.
• Work from company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, and shipyard procedures.
• Work conditions may include entry in restricted/confined spaces.

Skills

DOD clearance

Shifts flexibility

Radiological environment work

Education

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

5+ years of shipfitting experience

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat Corp. is seeking skilled shipfitters to join the shipfitting department as we continue building advanced submarines for the US Navy.

You'll interpret construction drawings, perform layout, fabrication, assembly and installation of foundations, structures and deck packages, and develop knowledge of weld fit-up, burning and grinding operations. Training on all shifts is available, and the role may involve restricted spaces and radiological areas.