NDT Inspector

General Dynamics Electric Boat; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Prescription Coverage

401K

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Paid Training

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Quality Control Inspector at their Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI. The role involves performing inspections on welds, structures, and components while adhering to high standards of quality. Applicants must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent, along with MT or PT certification within the first month. Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential. The position requires flexibility to work varying shifts and a dedication to excellence in workmanship.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent OR 2+ years of related technical experience.
• Certified Level II in MT or PT in accordance with relevant standards.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection duties for welds, structures, and components.
• Maintain MT or PT certification within the first month of employment.
• Work collaboratively to meet company and organizational goals.

Skills

Collaborative team work

Communication skills

Basic mathematical skills

Self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Requisition ID: 2026-18464

Location: US-RI-North Kingstown

Seat Location: EB Quonset Point Facility

Trade: Quality Control

Shift: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Security Clearance Required: Approved Background Check

Number of Openings: 10

Overview

A challenging and exciting career is waiting for you!

General Dynamics Electric Boat has a proud history dating back to its incorporation on February 7, 1899, and the delivery of the first practical submarine to the U.S. Navy the following year. During the ensuing century, Electric Boat has been at the forefront of every innovation in submarine technology. Today, we are the nation's premier designer and builder of nuclear submarines.

We deliver the advantage that protects our sailors, our families and our freedom!

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Prescription Coverage
• Health and Wellness Programs
• 401K
• Commuter/Van Services
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Paid Training
• Professional Development and Advancement Opportunities

Quality Inspectors perform inspection duties throughout the facility, which includes verifying attributes for welds, structures and components. Candidates will be trained in Quality Control systems, Electric Boat procedures applicable to the work they are performing and Quality Department Instructions. Candidates must work in a collaborative environment to meet all company and organizational goals.

All successful candidates will be required to maintain a MT or PT certification. Further opportunity for inspection disciplines such as UT, Pre-Test, Electrical, Mechanical, etc. may be made available once proficiency has been achieved.

Above all, successful candidates must embody the Electric Boats Core Values, work safely; be responsible for themselves, their peers, the ship and crew who will operate our vessel. This position will need inspectors who perform with integrity and purpose. Our sailors and their families deserve excellence in our workmanship and first time quality. We are the last line of defense for the integrity of our product.

This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent OR 2 plus years of related technical experience
• Certified Level II in at least MT or PT in accordance with ASNT SNT-TC-1A/ NAS-410/ EN-4179/NSTR-99 or equivalent
• Must be able to obtain and maintain EB MT and/or PT certification within the 1st month of employment
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints and diagrams
• Basic mathematical skills
• Ability to work at heights, tightly confined spaces and in extreme weather conditions
• Accurate documentation, record keeping and archiving along with verifying previous status of work for completion is a critical job function
• The successful candidate must be able to work all shifts, extended week days and weekends as required
• Possess your own basic hand tools

Preferred:

• Inspection/quality assurance experience
• Mechanical and Electrical experience
• Pipe hanger installation experience
• Structural experience
• NACE Certified
• Metal fabrication experience
• Military shipbuilding experience
• Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
• Related military/Navy experience
• Familiarity with Military specifications (T9074-AS-GIB-010/271 and NAVSEA 250-1500-1)
• Knowledge of shipboard assemblies, installations, components and structures

Skills

• Applicant will be required to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals
• Applicant must possess excellent communication skills (oral & written)
• Must possess basic mathematical and interpersonal skills
• Must possess an attitude of self-motivation

Physical Qualifications

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

Environmental Attributes

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