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Orbis

Assembler - Hiring Now

Oakville, CT · On-site

$16.75 - $20.50/hr

Inspect, assemble and install submarine torpedo tube components including breech door, muzzle door, interlocks, shutter doors, and slide valves and submarine torpedo handling and shipping system ...

Orbis

Assembler - Manufacturing

Oakville, CT · On-site

$16.75 - $20.75/hr

Inspect, assemble and install submarine torpedo tube components including breech door, muzzle door, interlocks, shutter doors, and slide valves and submarine torpedo handling and shipping system ...

Amentum

Engineering Technician V-2

Norfolk, VA · On-site

TOTEMS, Torpedo Shapes, Harpoon Shapes and non-ordnance variants, AURVS, AURES (Mk 101 & Mk 112), Mk 60 AURS's, (163) missile tube ballast cans (109-54), AURBb's, Mk 34 shipping & stowage skids, (56 ...

Pae

Engineering Technician V-2

Norfolk, VA · On-site

TOTEMS, Torpedo Shapes, Harpoon Shapes and non-ordnance variants, AURVS, AURES (Mk 101 & Mk 112), Mk 60 AURS's, (163) missile tube ballast cans (109-54), AURBb's, Mk 34 shipping & stowage skids, (56 ...

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How much do torpedo jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for torpedo in the United States is $19.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a torpedo?

A torpedo is a self-propelled underwater weapon designed to be launched from submarines, ships, or aircraft to target enemy vessels. Torpedoes are typically cylindrical and contain explosives, guidance systems, and propulsion mechanisms. They travel underwater towards their targets using onboard guidance and detonate upon impact or in proximity to the target. Modern torpedoes are used by naval forces around the world for both defensive and offensive operations. Their effectiveness and technological sophistication make them critical tools in maritime warfare.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a torpedo technician?

To thrive as a Torpedo Technician, you need a solid understanding of electronics, mechanics, and safety protocols, typically supported by specialized military training or technical certifications. Familiarity with diagnostic tools, maintenance systems, and weapons control software is essential for managing and repairing torpedo systems. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work under pressure are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies are vital to ensure the reliability and safety of torpedo equipment, which is critical for mission success and operational readiness.

What are some common challenges faced by torpedo technicians working on submarines?

Torpedo Technicians on submarines often encounter challenges such as working in confined spaces, adhering to strict safety protocols, and managing the maintenance of highly sensitive and complex weapon systems. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to troubleshoot under pressure, especially during drills or real-world scenarios. Collaboration with other engineering and operations personnel is essential to ensure readiness and compliance with regulations, making strong communication skills valuable in this environment.

What is the difference between Torpedo vs Submarine?

AspectTorpedoSubmarine
Primary FunctionWeapon system designed to destroy ships or submarinesUnderwater vessel used for defense, patrol, and attack missions
Required CredentialsTechnical training in weapon systems, engineering, or naval operationsNaval officer or engineer certification, submarine qualification
Work EnvironmentNaval ships, underwater, military settingsSubmarine vessels, underwater, military environment
Industry UsageMilitary defense, naval warfareMilitary defense, naval operations

While a torpedo is a weapon used by submarines, a submarine is a vessel that can deploy torpedoes. Both roles require specialized military training and operate in underwater military environments, but they serve different functions within naval operations.

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Infographic showing various Torpedo job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 90% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 6% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,522 per year, or $19.5 per hour.

Supervisor Coach (For Torpedo Tube/Weapons Shipping and Handling Assembly)

Orbis

Oakville, CT • On-site

$150K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

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Job Description: (For Torpedo Tube/Weapons Shipping and Handling Assembly)
Provide deck plate supervisor coaching and mentoring to improve productivity to required level and drive schedule adherence without compromising safety or quality: Salary for this position is $150K-$170K per year. Position is available in Groton, CT.
-Coach supervisor on ensuring work to be performed is properly staged and communicated/briefed to assigned workers:
  1. Setting clear and unambiguous expectations to workers for work progress to be achieved in ½ shift increments. Lead workers to ownership of output and outcomes.
  2. Ensuring backup tasks are defined and expectations for backup tasks are in place if primary task(s) is(are) not able to make required progress.
  3. Ensuring clear and unambiguous expectations are set for workers for rapidly communicating barriers and challenges for making required progress and for communicating progress on a half-shift by half-shift basis.
  4. Ensuring supervisors can effectively lead workers to achieving target time on task and required progress and productivity.
  5. Ensuring work site conditions are understood by the supervisor and ready for workers.
  6. Ensuring work support is ready for work and workers, e.g., services, work instructions, tools, and equipment.

-Coach supervisor on effective supervision of work in progress:
  1. Coaching on how to increase supervisor's deckplate presence and effectiveness of presence to ensure required progress is being made prior to it being unachievable. I.e., (1) there is no substitute for deck plate presence and direct observation of work in progress and (2) progress to be achieved by lunch must be achieved by lunch.
  2. Coaching on problem resolution, e.g., resolution of problems with paperwork, tooling & equipment, with as-found conditions, and material.
  3. Coaching on how to ensure work package documentation requirements are kept up with.
  4. Identifying through direct observation opportunities to improve productivity, e.g., through better access to tools, equipment, and materials and following through on communicating to functional owners and ensuring they follow through.
  5. Attend meetings with Supervisor. Provide coaching on how to prepare, how to listen, how to respond at meetings.
  6. Be on deckplate When Supervisor is encumbered with mandatory tasks, e.g., time-and-attendance system tasks, that pull supervisor away from deckplate.
  7. Spend at least 4 hours a day on deckplate.
  8. Ensuring handoffs to successor and supporting trades are planned for and made without delay.
  9. Ensuring work that is handed off to 2nd shift starts without delay and expected progress communicated and agreed upon.
  10. Coach the superior of the supervisor (General Foreman / Area Superintendent) on how to better support the supervisor and how to provide reinforcing direction to the supervisor to sustain the coached behaviors after the coaching session has been completed.

Required Skills and/or Experience:
-Minimum 5 years of experience on Torpedo Tube and Weapons Shipping and Handling Assembly
-Minimum 10 years of Supervisory experience in an industrial environment within the shipbuilding / ship maintenance industry.
-Minimum 5 years of 2nd level management experience in an industrial environment within the shipbuilding / ship maintenance industry.
Degree Requirements:
-None
  • Must be a US Citizen
  • A secret security clearance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
ORBIS offers an excellent benefits package and a competitive salary in a professional atmosphere.

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