X-Ray Welder

General Dynamics Electric Boat; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

HSA

401K Plan

Paid vacation & holidays

Shift premium

Wellness programs

Commuter/Van services

Tuition reimbursement

Advancement opportunities

Safety boot reimbursement

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in North Kingstown, RI seeks X-Ray Welders to perform skilled structural welding on submarine hull joints. The role demands welding in all positions, gouging, and ensuring high-quality work to pass UT/RT inspections.

You will work with pre-heat and gouging tools, complete weld tests, and undergo a six-month probationary period to prove proficiency in X-ray welding. Internal candidates considered first.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or 2+ years related technical experience.
• 6+ months of structural MIG welding experience or current EB structural welding qualifications (MIG pulse/spray).
• Knowledge of welding procedures and various welding equipment.
• Ability to work in horizontal, vertical, overhead and flat positions.
• Own basic hand tools and ability to lift as required.
• Available to work all shifts.

Responsibilities

• Weld in all positions and on various joint designs.
• Gouging of full penetration welds.
• Deliver high quality welds with speed and efficiency.
• Meet internal policy standards and UT/RT acceptance criteria.
• Use pneumatic tools (grinders, burrs, wire brushes).
• Pre-heat equipment and carbon/arc gouging; verify weld size with gauges.
• Complete RT welding test and six-month probationary period to demonstrate proficiency.

Skills

Structural MIG welding

Welding procedures knowledge

Multiple positions

Own basic hand tools

Able to work all shifts

Gouging experience

Mechanized welding

Gouging/pulse/spray

Read weld drawings/diagrams

Mathematical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/Technical training or Apprenticeship

Job description

Overview

X-Ray Welders are Skilled Structural Welders that can fabricate a weld without defects to undergo a radiographic X-ray inspection.

The Function: This position encompasses welding on Sub safe/Hull integrity joints according to weld procedures and quality standards.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Weld in all welding positions and on various joint designs
• Gouging of full penetration welds
• Responsibility for welding with high quality, speed, and efficiency
• Expectation that final will meet internal policy standards and UT / RT acceptance criteria
• Use of pneumatic tools such as grinders, burr tools, wire brushes, etc.
• Pre-heat equipment and carbon/arc gouging as well as verifying weld size using weld gauges
• Selected applicants will be required to successfully complete a RT welding test along with satisfactory completion of a six month probationary period to demonstrate proficiency in X-ray welding

We are looking for passionate shipbuilders to join our team in delivering the most advance nuclear powered submarines.

Some of the Benefits we provide to you include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• HSA
• 401K Plan
• Paid Vacation and holidays
• Shift Premium
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Commuter/Van Services/Ripta
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Advancement Opportunities
• Safety Boot Reimbursement Program

Internal candidate placement will be determined by candidate's current department and or business needs.

This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent OR a minimum of 2 years related technical experience

• 6 plus months of structural MIG welding experience or current EB structural welding qualifications-mig pulse/spray

• Knowledge of welding procedures and various types of welding equipment
• Ability to work in horizontal, vertical, overhead and flat positions
• Ability to work at heights, tightly confined spaces conditions as required
• Available to work all shifts
• Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools
• Some lifting, climbing, bending will be required

Preferred:

• Experience with Pulse, Spray and Stick
• Experience with mechanized welding
• Gouging experience
• Mirror welding experience
• Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice
• Ability to interpret welding and shipyard procedures, structural drawings, technical manuals, test documents and diagrams
• Strong mathematical skills
• Military

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals and follow all written and verbal instructions as directed

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily