Shipfitter - Skilled

Groton, CT Electric Marine Full-time Posted Sep 2, 2026
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About this role

General Dynamics Electric Boat is hiring a Shipfitter - Skilled, full-time, on-site in Groton, CT, in the Electric Marine sector.

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

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

Skills

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

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

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

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