Mechanic – Machinist

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Mechanic - Machinist

US-RI-North Kingstown

Job ID: 2026-17285
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 20
Category: Building Trades
EB Quonset Point Facility

Overview

Are you mechanical... like working on cars... good at math.. then this is the position for you!

The Outside Machinists are responsible for all mechanical work performed at Electric Boat.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Performing layout work to support machining, assembly and installation of components into modules that will eventually become working parts of a nuclear submarine
• Taking measurements with basic measuring tools and precision measuring equipment such as inside, outside and depth micrometers, dial calipers, vernier calipers and indicators
• Utilization of standard hand tools such as, combination wrenches, torque wrenches, screw drivers, pliers etc...
• Utilization of various portable and fixed machinery such as bench grinders, hand held grinders, drill presses, hand held drills, magnetic base drills, hydraulic drills, portable boring equipment, milling machines and lathes
• Work is performed utilizing technical work documents, blueprints, specification manuals and written or oral instruction
• Installation and or machining tasks generally take place within a module or on hull. Working inside tanks or confined spaces should be expected. Bench type assignments are generally rare and temporary

Be part of a team that takes pride in building the worlds' most advance submarines.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Prescription Coverage
• Health and Wellness Programs
• 401K
• Commuter/Van Services
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Paid Training
• Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd Shift
• Professional Development and Advancement Opportunities

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

Responsibilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals

Qualifications

Required:

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

Available to work all shiftsAbility to work at heights, confined spaces and extreme temperature conditions as required
• Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools

Preferred:

• Machine shop, millwright or mechanical assembly experience and/or related experience
• Strong math skills
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Metal fabrication or milling experience and military shipbuilding experience
• Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
• Military/Navy experience
• Ability to use precision measuring tools, such as micrometers, dial indicators, vernier calipers, height gauges

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