On September 16, 2021, a graduation ceremony was held at Quonset Point for the latest cohort of Apprenticeship Program graduates in the technical and leadership pipelines for the steel and pipe trades. Kathleen Heller, Manager of Learning, welcomed the graduating class and their guests, and congratulated them on the culmination of their motivation, dedication and perseverance to their jobs and their personal development. 20 employees completed the program in 2021.
Andrew Bond, VP of Human Resources
Andrew Bond, Vice President of Human Resources, delivered the graduation address and explained how the program has deep roots in Quonset Point dating back to the 1970s, noting that the graduates are part of a proud heritage of shipbuilders that became dedicated to mastering their crafts.. Bond also expressed how proud Electric Boat is of all the graduates who gave up many nights and weekends for the past three years to attend school on top of their normal work hours, all while pushing through a pandemic.
Two awards were presented to graduates of the program. The Academic Excellence Award was presented to Steven Spellman of D914 by Jaime Nash of Community College of Rhode Island. Steven finished the Pipe Technical Program with a 3.82 GPA while logging all required on-the-job training hours during that time. The Outstanding Achievement Award was presented to Juan Contreras of D912 by Ray Cormier, Director of Operations. Juan displayed both academic and job excellence during his three years in the Steel Leadership Program.
Michael Raspberry, 2021 Apprenticeship Program Class Speaker
Michael Raspberry of D917 was the class speaker who had the pleasure of addressing his fellow graduates and those in attendance. . He described how he and his classmates were humbled in the beginning of this journey and are extremely grateful for this experience, as well as the opportunity to develop more versatility, become more qualified in their jobs, network, and make new relationships and true friends over the last three years. He closed by wishing them all the best in their careers here at Electric Boat.
Atlas Plaque Unveiled, Honoring Plank Owners at South Yard Ceremony
Employees who have worked on Atlas, EB’s new state-of-the-art floating dry dock, gathered in the South Yard on Wednesday, Aug. 26, to unveil a new bronze plaque recognizing the contributions of its plank owners. The event celebrated the teams who helped bring Atlas from Bollinger Shipyards in Louisiana to its arrival in Groton earlier this year. Atlas will play...Continue reading→
Neighbors Meet with EB to Discuss Noise, Lighting and Other Quality of Life Topics
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Rayha Report Ep. 26: Waterford Campus Groundbreaking
EB President Mark Rayha reports from the groundbreaking of the new Waterford Campus, where innovation, engineering and workforce development will come together to support our mission. The new facility will help train hundreds of shipbuilders daily as EB continues to grow for future production demands.
Waterford Campus Groundbreaking Marks EB’s Next Step in Innovation and Workforce Growth
Electric Boat officially broke ground Friday on the Waterford Campus, launching the transformation of the former Crystal Mall into a center for innovation, engineering and high‑tech workforce development. EB President Mark Rayha underscored how the project will reshape the way the company designs, tests and builds submarines. Innovation is the key, he said. “There’s an opportunity to...Continue reading→
Powering HeartStrong 50: Thank You, EB Teams—Let’s Keep the Momentum Going!
Thank you to our incredible EB Heart Walk teams, our community partners, and everyone who joined the American Heart Association (AHA) Torch Journey photoshoot. Your enthusiasm and dedication made this milestone truly special. Now let’s keep our HeartStrong 50 energy going—our goal is 50 teams and $50,000 raised for the 2026 AHA Eastern Connecticut Heart Walk on October 3 at UConn Avery...Continue reading→
Speed Cameras to be Installed in the City of Groton
The City of Groton Police Department announced that automated speed enforcement cameras will be installed at several locations throughout the city. The cameras will be installed after the required 30-day public notification period, which began on Aug. 7, 2026. Camera locations: Mitchell Street Thames Street Clarence B. Sharp Highway (Route 349) Police said the purpose...Continue reading→
MDA Apprenticeship Application Now Open
Application Window: August 1, 2026 – August 31, 2026 The MDA Apprenticeship Program is a four-year initiative designed to develop a highly skilled workforce for Electric Boat. This program provides three years of on‑the‑job training alongside qualified subject matter experts, combined with classroom instruction across various technical disciplines. Participants gain advanced skills, broaden their expertise, and...Continue reading→
Building 600 Tech Stop Relocation
On Monday, August 3, 2026, Facilities will be relocating the Tech Stop currently located in Building 600 4th Floor East to its new location in Building 130-01 Classroom 7. During this time, please utilize the alternate Tech Stop location: B708 (625 Long Hill Road) Hours: Monday – Friday: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm The tech stop will resume...Continue reading→
A Message From Mark Rayha: Historic Contracts/Rayha Report
Today marks one of the most significant moments in Electric Boat’s history. As part of its $76.6 billion submarine contract announcement, the U.S. Navy has awarded Electric Boat ship construction contracts valued at $29.5 billion for five Columbia-class submarines and $42.1 billion for nine Virginia-class submarines, along with incentives for shipyard infrastructure. Click here to read the...Continue reading→
Electric Boat featured in latest episode of ‘Cast in Steel’
General Dynamics Electric Boat is featured in the latest episode of Cast in Steel, a web series that showcases the leaders of America’s steel industry as part of their competition to promote careers in metalworking. The Cast in Steel team visited our Quonset Point facility to highlight how EB’s shipbuilders transform flat steel into nuclear...Continue reading→
