After the christening of the submarine Vermont (SSN 792) on Oct. 20, Allison Stiller, Principal Civilian Deputy, Assistant Secretary of the Navy, Research, Development and Acquisition (ASN RDA), presented a thank-you note and congratulatory medal to four Groton shipbuilders from James Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy (RDA). She explained that Secretary Geurts has reinstated a World War II-era Navy program thanking businesses for their contributions to the nation’s defense. The four recipients were:
- Bill Post (D248) is a 45-year veteran of pipe welding. He is the department’s top X-ray welder who performs all of the high-risk and complex pipe-welding jobs. In addition, Bill is an instructor in Groton’s Active Learning Center (ALC) and a mentor for the next generation of pipe welders.
- Matt Intrieri (D226) is a steel trades general foreman on Vermont. Matt started as a shipfitter 3.5 years ago, was promoted to operations supervisor and successfully stowed South Dakota (SSN 790) with thousands of critical spare parts. Matt was recently promoted to general foreman; he is part of the next generation who will be leading the team for many years to come.
- Keith Glidden (D243) recently achieved the status of Distinguished Shipbuilder, celebrating 40 years at Electric Boat. Keith is one of the department’s on-the-job training instructors, as well as an instructor in the Pipe Shop’s ALC. He is very proud to mentor and coach EB’s next generation of shipbuilders.
- Tanner Glantz (D271) has been at Electric Boat for 11 years. Tanner started his career as an electrical engineer before accepting a position in ships management as an area superintendent, and most recently became the ship manager on Vermont. Tanner is a graduate of EB’s Business Leader Group (BLG).
On the Waterfront, the Future Arizona is Coming to Life
An intricate, high-stakes choreography in Electric Boat’s North Yard is bringing the future Arizona (SSGN 803) to life as shipbuilders, led by Ship’s Manager Josh Leaf, continue to meet major milestones assembling the first submarine that features the Virginia Payload Module (VPM). In just a matter of weeks, EB teams in Groton and Quonset Point...Continue reading→
2026 Veterans Day Observances
Join us on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, for Electric Boat’s annual Veterans Day observances, as we gather together to honor our service members past and present. There will be ceremonies held for first-, second- and third-shift employees in Groton and Quonset Point. 2026 Veterans Day commemorative pins will be available for those in attendance. If...Continue reading→
Introducing the Native Americans & Indigenous People of Electric Boat (NAIP) Employee Resource Group
Electric Boat (EB) Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce while contributing to the success of our business. Formed to raise awareness and celebrate different cultures, communities, and experiences, these employee‑led groups foster a stronger sense of unity and belonging. ERGs cultivate an inclusive environment where employees can connect,...Continue reading→
Rayha Report Ep. 30: 40-Year Dinner Celebrates EB’s Distinguished Shipbuilders
Electric Boat recently held the annual 40-Year Shipbuilder Dinner at the Mystic Marriott, honoring the newest class of Distinguished Shipbuilders for their contributions to EB and our nation’s defense. Watch the latest Rayha Report to hear from a few of these shipbuilders as they reflect on their career in conversation with EB President Mark Rayha....Continue reading→
EB Supports 45th Annual MLK Scholarship Awards
Electric Boat was proud to serve as a scholarship sponsor for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Trust Fund at its 45th Annual Scholarship Awards Dinner. More than 600 community members gathered to celebrate this year’s extraordinary cohort of 2026 MLK Scholars. These 13 outstanding students were recognized for their academic excellence, leadership, character,...Continue reading→
Building the Future: EB’s New Central Distribution Hub
In April, Electric Boat (EB) began construction on the new central distribution hub for its warehousing, shipping, and receiving operations at 45 Frontage Road in North Stonington, CT. Since then, the 480,000‑square‑foot next‑generation warehouse facility has quickly taken shape. All wall panels are now complete, and construction is ahead of schedule. The facility will celebrate...Continue reading→
Delivering the Future
Some imagine the future. We deliver it now.
State-of-the-Art Simulator Prepares District of Columbia Crew for its Mission
As construction of the District of Columbia (SSBN 826) continues apace in EB’s South Yard Assembly Building, the sailors who will soon be at the controls are spending hours in a dynamic, high-tech simulator learning the intricacies of operating the 21,000-ton, first-in-class boomer. The Columbia Ship Control Operator Trainer (CSCOT) is a replica of the...Continue reading→
Groundbreaking Ceremony Marks Start of USS Groton Sail Monument
Fifty years after the USS Groton (SSN‑694) first launched, dozens gathered outside the Groton Public Library Oct. 9 to celebrate the groundbreaking of the USS Groton Sail Monument. The $6.6 million project—three decades in the making—will honor the men and women who design, build, operate and maintain the Navy’s submarines, as well as the families...Continue reading→
A Celebration of Heart, Community and Victory
2026 American Heart Association Eastern Connecticut Heart Walk Recap Saturday, October 3, 2026 | UConn Avery Point The 2026 American Heart Association Eastern Connecticut Heart Walk at UConn Avery Point was nothing short of extraordinary. Under bright autumn skies, 26 incredible Electric Boat teams and 151 walkers came together with passion, purpose, and unstoppable energy...Continue reading→
