Shipfitter - Entry Level and Skilled

North Kingstown, RI Electric Marine Full-time Posted Sep 2, 2026
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About this role

General Dynamics Electric Boat is hiring a Shipfitter - Entry Level and Skilled, full-time, on-site in North Kingstown, RI, in the Electric Marine sector.

Overview

Are you interested learning a new skill in a manufacturing environment? Or, are you a skilled shipfitter looking for a new challenge, or, an experienced carpenter/fabricator who wants to take your skills to the next level?

If yes, then apply today at Electric Boat and join our dedicated team building the world's most advanced submarines!

Benefits include:

Paid training

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401K plan with up to 6% employer match

Paid vacations and holidays

Growth opportunities

Shift Premium

Health and Wellness Programs

Commuter Van Service/RIPTA

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Safety Boot Reimbursement Program

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Layout, fabrication, assembly, and installation of foundations, structures, bulkheads, frames, components and deck packages

Developing a working knowledge of structural weld joint fit-up/weld symbols, burning and grinding operations

Aligning parts in relation to each other using jacks, clips and wedges through use of blueprints and templates

Tack-welding structural parts as required

Utilizing hands and power tools in the steel fabrication trade

Ability to read and interpret written policies, procedures and guidelines as work assignments will be accomplished using company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, and shipyard procedures

Basic Mathematic ability

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

Qualifications

Required:

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

Available to work all shifts

Ability to work at heights, confined spaces and extreme temperature conditions as required

Ability to interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, diagrams, and perform basic layout functions

Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools

Preferred:

Steel fabrication or carpentry experience

Experience working in the construction industry or a manufacturing environment

Basic mathematical skills

Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs

Military/Navy experience

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Applicant will be required 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
Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily

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