In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we will be introducing you to some members of the EB family.
Who is Homar Vasquez?
After completing a course in Mechanical Design at Porter & Chester, I worked as a contractor for machine shops and civil engineering groups. Three or four years later, I accepted a position with Electric Boat. While at EB, I learned about a Hispanic/Latino group – Hispanic Shipbuilders Association – and I became a member as soon as possible. Now I’m the New London Activity Director for the HSA.
Why do you like working at Electric Boat?
I like working for Electric Boat because of the interesting tasks and training that’s involved in my day-to-day. Although I came to EB with field experience, EB offered training that made it easy for me to understand my job duties. Electric Boat also offers great benefits and competitive wages, which made my decision to come on board easy. I also like that EB’s product is well known and is one of the machines that protects our country by sea. This would make anyone feel proud of their position and who they work for.
Why does the Hispanic Shipbuilders Association (HSA) matter to you?
Joe Lopez, who founded the HSA, had a vision. Part of that vision was for the Hispanic Shipbuilders Association to be a beacon to new hires of Hispanic descent, welcoming them to Electric Boat and letting them know we’re here for them if they seek information about EB and what we have to offer.
HSA matters to me because I know we are helping our local community. Each year, the Hispanic Shipbuilders Association offers three scholarships. One scholarship goes to a local high school or college student of Hispanic descent. The other scholarships are allocated to a student or spouse of an associated HSA member, and to a high school or college student of non-Hispanic decent of a paid member. We are able to offer these scholarships because of HSA’s fundraisers, such as the Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Luncheon.
When I learned about Joe’s vision for the HSA, I knew I wanted to be a part of this organization and help others of non-Hispanic or Hispanic descent.
Lauren Knapp Honored with Victoria Soto Memorial Award
We are proud to celebrate Lauren Knapp for being named a recipient of the prestigious Victoria Soto Memorial Award, presented by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut. This recognition highlights Lauren’s exceptional commitment to mentorship, community engagement and making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. The Victoria Soto Memorial Award honors individuals...Continue reading→
Thank You for Making the 2025 Eastern CT Heart Walk a Success
​Team Electric Boat at the 2025 Eastern ​Connecticut Heart Walk. The 2025 Eastern CT Heart Walk was a success, bringing together our employees, families and four-legged friends for a day filled with energy, community and heart. This year, we had more than 100 walkers lace up their sneakers to support the American Heart Association’s mission to...Continue reading→
QPECSA Helps Rucks2Pucks in Their Fight Against Veteran Suicide
For the past three years, the Quonset Point Employees’ Community Services Association (QPECSA) has been a cornerstone supporter of the veteran-owned and operated 501(c)(3) charity Rucks2Pucks, whose mission is to “break the ice on veteran suicide.” Comprised of a group of veterans who share a passion for hockey, Rucks2Pucks provides players with monthly pickup skates and...Continue reading→
Electric Boat Welcomes First DOD SkillBridge Participants Aboard
​L-R: Sean Morrone, James Adams, Takeshi Ei​, Brian Brodie, Ray Ryan, Dave Roberts and John Seguin. Brian Brodie and Matthew Hoopes are spending their final months as active service members at Electric Boat (EB) through DOD SkillBridge, a Department of Defense (DOD) program established to ensure the ease of transition to civilian life for service...Continue reading→
Over 5,800 Turkeys Donated During Annual Turkey Distribution
​Crates of donated turkeys from Electric Boat are unloaded at the Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center in New London, Conn.  Electric Boat capped December with our annual holiday turkey distribution in Connecticut and Rhode Island. A long-standing EB tradition, turkey distribution serves as a way for the workforce to kick off the holiday...Continue reading→
Rhode Island League of Cities and Towns Visits Electric Boat Quonset Point Facility
​On Thursday, November 16, 2023, Electric Boat (EB) hosted a delegation of over 15 members of the Rhode Island League of Cities and Towns at the Quonset Point (QP) facility for a shipyard tour and workforce roundtable discussion. The comprehensive shipyard tour provided a first-hand look at the hard work and dedication of the tradesmen...Continue reading→
Electric Boat Named Connecticut Science Center’s 2023 Innovator Organization
From L-R: Tracy Nixon-Moore, Senior Manager, Workplace Culture and DEI Officer; Melanie Bond; Andrew Bond, Vice President, Planning; Katherine Graney; Cheryl Graney; Ryan Stager; Kevin Graney, President, General Dynamics Electric Boat; Jessica Key, Manager, Supply and Workforce Development; Maryann Casciano; Emil Casciano, Vice President, Groton Operations. Each year, the Connecticut Science Center honors individuals, businesses...Continue reading→
Electric Boat Raises Over $33,000 for American Heart Association
Electric Boat employees, friends and family members pose for a tea​m photo before the walk. The American Heart Association’s (AHA) Eastern Connecticut Heart Walk brings our region together annually to fund research and education in the fight against heart disease and stroke—the number one and number five leading causes of death in the United States....Continue reading→
Summer 2024 Internship Requisitions Open Now!
​Electric Boat’s Summer 2024 Internship Requisitions are now open! If you know a college student who is in their sophomore, junior or senior year of college, or is enrolled in a Master’s program as of May 2024, now is the time to let them know to apply for an internship at EB. Our internship postings...Continue reading→
Anna Leigh Recognized as 2023 Connecticut 40 Under Forty Award Winner
​Anna Leigh, left, and fellow 40 U​nder Forty Awardees in Hartford, Conn. Electric Boat is proud to congratulate Anna Leigh​, Manager of Talent Acquisition, as one of the Hartford Business Journal’s 40 Under Forty award recipients for 2023 in Connecticut. The award ceremony took place on September 28 at the Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville, Connecticut....Continue reading→
