Submarine Mechanic / Machinist - Entry Level

Groton, CT Electric Marine Full-time Posted Sep 23, 2026
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About this role

General Dynamics Electric Boat is hiring a Submarine Mechanic / Machinist - Entry Level, full-time, on-site in Groton, CT, in the Electric Marine sector.

Overview

Do you love to work on cars, motorcycles, or machines? Did you go to school for automotive technology, diesel technology, industrial maintenance, or similar? Do you want to learn more about being a mechanic? Do you have no experience as a mechanic but like to take things apart and put them back together? This role is for you!

Job Responsibilities:

Submarine mechanics, also known as Outside Machinists, are responsible for all shipboard mechanical work that takes place in Electric Boat's Groton shipyard. Tasks include on-hull machining, installation of components like pumps, valves, weapons systems, communications systems, shafting and propulsion systems, support testing of mechanical components, and much more. Use skills like blueprint reading, precision measuring, fastening threaded fasteners, component layout, etc. all while complying to safety and quality standards. This work is primarily shipboard, internal and external to submarine hulls; off-site and radiological work also exists.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K Plan

Paid Vacation and holidays

Shift Premium for 2nd and 3rd shift

Health and Wellness Programs

Commuter/Van Services

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Safety Boot Reimbursement Program

Hourly Rates from $24.28 - $30.13

Hired employees will be titled "Outside Machinist"

Qualifications

Required:

Must have a High School Diploma, GED, 2+ years of relevant technical experience or be a current High School Senior

0-5 years of relevant experience

Must be available for all shifts

Must be a US Citizen

Preferred:

Graduates from technical programs for mechanical trades

Skills

Willing to learn

Collaboration

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

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

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

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