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Metrology Technician - 2nd Shift

General Dynamics
North, RI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/21/2025

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Overview

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General Dynamics Electric Boat has a proud history dating back to its incorporation on February 7, 1899, and the delivery of the first practical submarine to the U.S. Navy the following year. During the ensuing century, Electric Boat has been at the forefront of every innovation in submarine technology. Today, we are the nation's premier designer and builder of nuclear submarines.

We deliver the advantage that protects our sailors, our families and our freedom!

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 shifts
  • Advancement Opportunities

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Metrology Technicians in the Accuracy Control Department are responsible for critical ship and module alignments/measurements using a variety of 3-dimensional and standard optic tooling. These alignments /measurements are used to develop cut line, align and install ships components and pair major modules.

The job requires the technician to determine the proper tooling for the job, move the tooling to the job, complete the measurements outlined on configuration controlled data sheets, while working safely with a high degree of accuracy. The technician then turns the data over to Accuracy Control Representatives and works with them to confirm the solutions required. Metrology Technicians routinely interface with Engineering, other Trades and Ship Management.

The successful candidate is preferred to have a solid background in surveying/machine shop dimensional inspection, Robotics, proven math skills, computer skills and good communication and interpersonal skills. Applicant will need to become proficient in the use of optical alignment and Total Station equipment (similar to land surveying), establishing ships reference lines and planes, measuring in-process hull circularities, measuring and recording critical ship's dimensions and supporting production by providing profiles and locations of major components. Applicant may need to assist Shipfitters with difficult structural layouts, support the accomplishment of dimensional control requirements (ACCP's) and participate in the QP Continuous Improvement Program as needed.

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This is a SECOND SHIFT hourly position located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.

Qualifications

Required:
  • Associate Degree in either Surveying Technology/Engineering Technology OR a high school diploma or equivalent with minimum of 1 year of experience in precision measurement methods or surveying, i.e. land
  • Able to read, interpret and work from complex manufacturing blueprints, technical manuals, shipyard procedures and test documents
  • Ability to work all shifts, at heights, within confined spaces and extreme temperature conditions as required
  • Individuals may be required to possess their own basic hand tools
  • Willing to support occasional travel to vendor sites
  • Able to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the Department of Defense

Preferred:
  • Previous Metrology or Surveying Training is highly preferred
  • Previous experience working in the construction industry or a manufacturing environment
  • Military/Navy experience
  • Previous metal fabrication experience and military shipbuilding experience
  • Strong math background with a working knowledge of geometry and trigonometry
  • Previous experience with CAD or a three dimensional graphic software package
  • Previous experience with Robotics

Skills

  • Possess strong mathematical, communication, computer and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment to meet organizational goals

Physical Qualifications

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

Environmental Attributes

Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Outside
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