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X-Ray Welder

North Kingstown, RI · On-site

$22/hr

Description General Dynamics Electric Boat (Quonset Point) X-Ray Welder Overview X-Ray Welders are Skilled Structural Welders that can fabricate a weld without defects to undergo a radiographic X-ray ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level electric boat welding in the United States is $23.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $26.20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Electric Boat Welding vs Entry Level Marine Welder?

AspectEntry Level Electric Boat WeldingEntry Level Marine Welder
CertificationsWelding certifications (e.g., AWS)Welding certifications (e.g., AWS, marine-specific)
Work EnvironmentShipyards, manufacturing plants for electric boatsMarinas, shipyards, boat manufacturing facilities
Industry UsageElectric boat manufacturing, marine industryMarine industry, boat construction and repair
Common Search IntentEntry level electric boat welding jobsEntry level marine welding jobs

Both roles involve welding in marine environments, but Electric Boat Welding focuses on electric-powered vessels, often requiring knowledge of electrical systems and specific certifications. Marine Welders work on various types of boats, including traditional and electric vessels, with a broader scope in marine construction and repair. Understanding these differences helps job seekers target the right entry-level position in the marine industry.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Electric Boat Welding job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,390 per year, or $23.3 per hour.

AFC Welder-Fitter/Fabricator

General Dynamics Electric Boat

North Kingstown, RI • On-site

$20.25 - $25.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

General Dynamics Electric Boat rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 164 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

66th of 537 rated manufacturers

Job description

Overview
Have you ever wanted to join a team that builds the most sophisticated piece of machinery that plays a critical role in our nation's defense?
Our function: Build the outer hull of the Virginia and Columbia Class Nuclear Powered Submarines.
The How: Encompassing both manual and mechanized pulse/spray welding processes along with shipfitting/metal fabrication functions.
Duties include but are not limited to following:
  • This position entails fabrication & welding plus all tasks associated with the steel trade
  • Fabricate frames/cylinders to produce the pressure hull that are ready for outfitting functions; through the use of our variety of hydraulic fixtures
  • Following work packages, fixture set up sheets, drawings, ER's, and SSP's in order to produce a quality product
  • Reading and interpreting blueprints, welding symbols and fabrication drawing
  • Preparing steel surfaces per drawing specifications for fabrication & welding of frames & cylinders
  • Pass a semi-automatic and mechanized spray and pulse arc test (GMAPLS, GMASPS & GMASPM) to remain in the position after completing training

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.
Qualifications
Required:
  • High school diploma or equivalent OR a minimum of 2 years related technical experience
  • On the job welding experience or formal welding training or EB welding qualifications
  • Ability to read and interpret welding and shipyard procedures, structural drawings, technical manuals, test documents and diagrams
  • Available to work all shifts
  • Ability to work at heights, confined spaces and extreme temperature conditions as required
  • Pass a destructive bend weld test, a semi-automatic and mechanized spray and pulse test and meet minimum visual acceptance requirements
  • Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools
  • Some lifting & overhead welding will be required
  • Ability to operate impact guns and high torque machinery
  • Basic math skills

Preferred:
  • Shipfitting/metal fabrication experience
  • EB AFC (Automated Frame & Cylinder) experience
  • Experience in manual and/or semi-automatic welding processes
  • Electric Boat apprentice programs
  • Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
  • Military

Skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment, meet organizational goals and follow all verbal and written 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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