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Sheetmetal Worker Entry Level & Semi-Skilled

General Dynamics Electric Boat

Groton, CT · Posted November 4, 2026

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About the job

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 Sheetmetal 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 U.S. Navy while maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. A Sheetmetal Worker is required to interpret construction drawings with basic mathematic ability. Job tasks include layout, fabrication, assembly, and installation of all light gage metalwork which includes air-conditioned ductwork, lockers, cabinets, prefabricated bulkheads, doors, furniture and Formica. Work assignments will be accomplished using company drawings, test documents, technical manuals, shipyard procedures and shop machinery. 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

Commuter/Van Services

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Safety Boot Reimbursement Program

Hourly Rates from $24.28 - $30.13

Qualifications

Required:

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

0-5 years of relevant experience to this job description

Preferred:

Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs

Previous metal fabrication experience

Military shipbuilding, Manufacturing, and Automotive industry experience

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, Color Vision, 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