Sheetmetal - Entry Level and Skilled

General Dynamics Electric BoatGeneral Dynamics Electric BoatNorth Kingstown, Rhode Island, United States
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Posted

9/2/2026

Employment

Full time

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Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The role involves interpreting construction drawings to perform the layout, fabrication, assembly, and installation of light gage metalwork such as ductwork and furniture. Employees must also complete work assignments using technical manuals and shop machinery while adhering to shipyard procedures.

Requirements overview

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or at least two years of related technical experience. The position requires the ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in extreme temperatures, as well as the possession of basic hand tools.

Key skills

Metal fabricationSheetmetal installationBlueprint readingTechnical manual interpretationShop machinery operationJoiner workLayoutAssemblyMathematicsCommunicationTeamworkHand tool proficiencyHVACAuto body repair

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Education requirements

high school

About General Dynamics Electric Boat

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Employees

9,769

Type

Public Company

Size

10,001+ employees

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.

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ManufacturingTradesConstructionEngineering

Description

Overview Are you interested in learning a new trade, but don't have experience yet? OR Do you have metal fabrication, auto body, or HVAC experience and are looking for an opportunity to advance your career? Apply today and join the team at Electric Boat, where we take pride in building the worlds’ most advanced submarines! Some of the Benefits we provide to you include: Paid Training Medical, Dental, Vision Prescription coverage 401K plan Paid vacation and holidays Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd shift Health and Wellness Programs Commuter/Van Services/Ripta Tuition Reimbursement Program Safety Boot Reimbursement Program Professional Development and Advancement Opportunities Sheetmetal responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Interpret construction drawings with basic mathematic ability Complete work assignments using company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, shipyard procedures and shop machinery The layout, fabrication, assembly, and installation of all light gage metalwork which includes air-conditioned ductwork, lockers, cabinets, prefabricated bulkheads, doors, furniture and formica Performing joiner work, fabricate nonstructural bulkhead doors and stainless steel trim Work conditions may include entry in restricted/confined spaces 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 Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools Preferred: Sheetmetal/metal fabrication experience and/or relevant training Experience working in the construction industry or a manufacturing environment Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs Military/Navy experience Automotive/auto body or HVAC experience Skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills Applicant will be required to work in a collaborative 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

Requirements

  • Metal fabrication
  • Sheetmetal installation
  • Blueprint reading
  • Technical manual interpretation
  • Shop machinery operation
  • Joiner work
  • Layout
  • Assembly
  • Mathematics
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Hand tool proficiency
  • HVAC
  • Auto body repair

Benefits

  • Paid training
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Prescription coverage
  • 401k plan
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid holidays
  • Shift differential
  • Health and wellness programs
  • Commuter services
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Safety boot reimbursement program
  • Professional development

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