CNC -Machinist

5/9/2026

Set up, program, and operate CNC milling and turning centers to build nuclear-powered submarines. Verify part configurations using high-tolerance precision measuring tools and interpret mechanical assembly drawings.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

10,001+ employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

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.

About the Role

Overview

Do you have programming experience or training-CNC/G-Codes, experience with milling/lathes, have strong mathematical skills.....then this is the position for you!!!!

Join our team, the nation's premier designer and builder of nuclear powered submarines.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Set up, program editing, and operation of CNC milling and turning centers
Requires the verification of parts and parts configuration to plan requirements using various high tolerance precision measuring tools
Must have the ability to read and interpret mechanical detail and assembly drawings, including GD&T, weld- joint symbols, and NDT requirements

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision
Prescription Coverage
HSA
Health and Wellness Programs
401K
Commuter/Van Services
Paid Vacation and holidays
Paid training
Advancement Opportunities

Relocation Assistance provided to qualified candidates.

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

Qualifications

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent OR a minimum of 2 years relevant technical experience
Machining experience or relevant formal training
Ability to interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, diagrams, and perform basic layout functions
Available to work all shifts
Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools

Preferred:

Experience including setup, operating, with vertical and/or horizontal turning/lathes/mills
Strong mathematical skills
Mazak experience
Vocational, Technical, Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
Machine technology educational program
Shipbuilding/Marine Advanced Manufacturing Institute (SAMI) program completion
Military

Skills

Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Self-starter with good problem solving skills
Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment to meet organizational goals

Physical Qualifications

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

Environmental Attributes

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

Key Skills

CNC ProgrammingG-CodesMillingLathesMathematical SkillsPrecision Measuring ToolsGD&TBlueprint ReadingMazakProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsCollaborative Work