Shipyard Operations Supervisor

At General Dynamics Electric Boat, we build and maintain the most advanced submarines in the world, supporting the mission of defending the United States and protecting our freedom. Our teams thrive in a high-paced, ever-changing environment where passion, excellence, and innovation drive success.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and driven Shipyard Operations Supervisor to lead operations and ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality. This role requires exceptional leadership, the ability to assign and manage work effectively, and the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities in real time. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong influencing skills, computer proficiency, and a questioning attitude that promotes continuous improvement and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and supervise a team of skilled trades and support personnel in daily operations.
• Assign work tasks, set priorities, and manage schedules to meet demanding deadlines.
• Monitor progress, troubleshoot challenges, and pivot quickly to address shifting operational needs.
• Drive a culture of safety, quality, and accountability across all work activities.
• Utilize computer systems and digital tools to track workflow, labor hours, production metrics, and resource allocation.
• Influence and engage stakeholders to resolve issues, improve efficiency, and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Foster a questioning attitude to identify risks, challenge assumptions, and promote problem-solving.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver operational excellence and meet shipbuilding milestones.
• Direct, coach, and develop teams in a high-paced environment.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, reduce work order span times, streamline work processes and work cooperatively with other multi-trade supervisors on the team to provide first time quality on time.
• Lead with passion for excellence and a commitment to the mission of supporting the U.S. Navy and national defense.

At General Dynamics Electric Boat, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact on the future of naval defense while growing your career in an environment that values leadership, innovation, and dedication. We take pride in our mission and in the submarines-we build—because what we do matters.

Shipyard Operations Supervisor opportunities are available in the following trade areas:

Maritime Machinists

Inside Machinists

Pipefitting

Outside Electrical

Sheetmetal

Shipfitting

Welding

Painting

Carpentry

This is position is located at the Groton Connecticut Shipyard.

Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years leadership experience in a high volume/high stakes environment
• Available to work all shifts, including extended hours, weekends or holidays as business needs dictate
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the Department of Defense

• Shipyard, military, operations, production, or manufacturing
• Vocational, college or technical school degree
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to pivot quickly under pressure

• Excellent communication and influencing skills across multiple levels of the organization
• Effective multi-tasker with structured work habits
• Results oriented with a proactive approach
• Proficiency with computer systems, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office Suite

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

Environmental Attributes

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