General Dynamics Electric Boat

Mechanic - Machinist

General Dynamics Electric Boat  •  North Kingstown, RI (Onsite)  •  19 days ago
Apply
AI can make mistakes so check important info. Chat history is never stored.

Job Description

Are you mechanical... like working on cars... good at math.. then this is the position for you!

The Outside Machinists are responsible for all mechanical work performed at Electric Boat.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

  • Performing layout work to support machining, assembly and installation of components into modules that will eventually become working parts of a nuclear submarine
  • Taking measurements with basic measuring tools and precision measuring equipment such as inside, outside and depth micrometers, dial calipers, vernier calipers and indicators
  • Utilization of standard hand tools such as, combination wrenches, torque wrenches, screw drivers, pliers etc...
  • Utilization of various portable and fixed machinery such as bench grinders, hand held grinders, drill presses, hand held drills, magnetic base drills, hydraulic drills, portable boring equipment, milling machines and lathes
  • Work is performed utilizing technical work documents, blueprints, specification manuals and written or oral instruction
  • Installation and or machining tasks generally take place within a module or on hull. Working inside tanks or confined spaces should be expected. Bench type assignments are generally rare and temporary

Be part of a team that takes pride in building the worlds' most advance submarines.

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Prescription Coverage
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • 401K
  • Commuter/Van Services
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Paid Training
  • Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd Shift
  • Professional Development and Advancement Opportunities

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

Qualifications

Required:

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

  • Available to work all shifts
  • Ability to work at heights, confined spaces and extreme temperature conditions as required
  • Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools

Preferred:

  • Machine shop, millwright or mechanical assembly experience and/or related experience
  • Strong math skills
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints
  • Experience working in a manufacturing environment
  • Metal fabrication or milling experience and military shipbuilding experience
  • Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
  • Military/Navy experience
  • Ability to use precision measuring tools, such as micrometers, dial indicators, vernier calipers, height gauges

Skills

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals

Physical Qualifications

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

Environmental Attributes

Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Wet

General Dynamics Electric Boat

About General Dynamics Electric Boat

General Dynamics Electric Boat is a business unit of General Dynamics with headquarters in Groton, CT. The world’s first and finest submarine builder, Electric Boat was established in 1899 to complete the U.S. Navy’s first modern commissioned submarine, USS Holland. Designed and built by Electric Boat, USS Nautilus, the world’s first nuclear-powered submarine, was launched in 1954. Electric Boat has designed and delivered 17 of the U.S. Navy’s 20 classes of nuclear submarines. Now in its second centennial of submarine building, EB is the design yard and prime contractor for the Virginia-class submarine program, currently in production. EB is also designing and developing the Columbia-class ballistic-missile submarine which will replace the current Ohio class beginning in 2027.

Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Groton, Connecticut
Year Founded
1899
Website
gdeb.com
Social Media