X-Ray Welder
General Dynamics Electric Boat · Rhode Island
📍 North Kingstown, RIvia icimsPosted 2026-09-05
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Overview
X-Ray Welders are Skilled Structural Welders that can fabricate a weld without defects to undergo a radiographic X-ray inspection.
The Function: This position encompasses welding on Sub safe/Hull integrity joints according to weld procedures and quality standards.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Weld in all welding positions and on various joint designs
Gouging of full penetration welds
Responsibility for welding with high quality, speed, and efficiency
Expectation that final will meet internal policy standards and UT / RT acceptance criteria
Use of pneumatic tools such as grinders, burr tools, wire brushes, etc.
Pre-heat equipment and carbon/arc gouging as well as verifying weld size using weld gauges
Selected applicants will be required to successfully complete a RT welding test along with satisfactory completion of a six month probationary period to demonstrate proficiency in X-ray welding
We are looking for passionate shipbuilders to join our team in delivering the most advance nuclear powered submarines.
Some of the Benefits we provide to you include:
Medical, Dental, Vision
HSA
401K Plan
Paid Vacation and holidays
Shift Premium
Health and Wellness Programs
Commuter/Van Services/Ripta
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Advancement Opportunities
Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
Internal candidate placement will be determined by candidate's current department and or business needs.
This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.
Qualifications
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent OR a minimum of 2 years related technical experience
6 plus months of structural MIG welding experience or current EB structural welding qualifications-mig pulse/spray
Knowledge of welding procedures and various types of welding equipment
Ability to work in horizontal, vertical, overhead and flat positions
Ability to work at heights, tightly confined spaces conditions as required
Available to work all shifts
Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools
Some lifting, climbing, bending will be required
Preferred:
Experience with Pulse, Spray and Stick
Experience with mechanized welding
Gouging experience
Mirror welding experience
Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice
Ability to interpret welding and shipyard procedures, structural drawings, technical manuals, test documents and diagrams
Strong mathematical skills
Military
Skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals and follow all written and verbal instructions as directed
Physical Qualifications Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting
Environmental Attributes Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily
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