NDT Level III (Job ID: 1466)

Colonna's Shipyard; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision options

401k with match

Paid holidays and PTO

Legal services

Job summary

Colonna’s Shipyard in Norfolk, VA seeks an experienced NDT Level III to lead welding/brazing/NDT programs for government and commercial work. This working-manager role ensures trained personnel, qualification maintenance, and regulatory compliance.

The position is onsite in Norfolk with extended hours and local travel as needed; travel beyond local area may occur. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in welding quality or related roles in ship repair/fabrication.
• Experience auditing weld/braze and NDT programs; overseen personnel.
• Level III certification in NDT disciplines or as directed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in admin/oversight of Weld and NDT programs; manage staff.
• Maintain welder and NDT inspector qualifications in NAV systems.
• Develop WPQ, administer exams, support QA documentation.
• Provide technical guidance during bid reviews and production needs.
• Lead internal/external audits and ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

NDT inspections

Welding knowledge

Problem solving

MS Office

Ability to obtain access credentials

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Welding Engineering or related field

Registered Apprenticeship (preferred)

NDT Level III certification in overseen disciplines

US Citizenship or security clearance readiness

Tools

NavWeld

NavNDT

WPQ development

QA/QC procedures

Job description

Purpose:

Colonna's Shipyard is seeking an experienced NDT Level III to join our team and assist in the weld/braze/NDT programs for either the ship repair and/or the industrial fabrication operations for multiple government and commercial customers. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the administration and management of the Company’s welding/brazing/NDT operations by ensuring personnel are adequately trained and qualified, along with qualification maintenance. This is a working-manager role that is critical to ensuring the high standards of quality and safety that Colonna’s Shipyard is known for and requires the candidate to stay current with the latest welding technologies, industry’s best practices, as well as customer contractual and regulatory compliance.

NDT Level III

Purpose:

Colonna's Shipyard is seeking an experienced NDT Level III to join our team and assist in the weld/braze/NDT programs for either the ship repair and/or the industrial fabrication operations for multiple government and commercial customers. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the administration and management of the Company’s welding/brazing/NDT operations by ensuring personnel are adequately trained and qualified, along with qualification maintenance. This is a working-manager role that is critical to ensuring the high standards of quality and safety that Colonna’s Shipyard is known for and requires the candidate to stay current with the latest welding technologies, industry’s best practices, as well as customer contractual and regulatory compliance.

The position is located onsite in Norfolk, VA and will often require hours beyond a standard work week with flexible schedule availability to support production/operations. This position may require local travel, as well as some limited non-local travel.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Program administration duties may include but is not limited to:

• Assist in the administration and oversight of the Weld Program and its subordinate staff and Support operational goals through well-qualified, competent personnel and program management in the assigned areas.
• Assist in maintaining welder qualifications/certifications in applicable systems (NavWeld).
• Assist in maintaining NDT inspector qualifications/certifications in applicable systems (NavNDT).
• Assist in the development of quality and workmanship demonstration standards and Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ), administers/oversees qualification exams, and ongoing qualification maintenance.
• Assist in the interpretation and evaluation of welding requirements (specs, codes, standards, procedures, etc.) to assist in various business needs (bid reviews) and supports production/operations teams with technical guidance.

Additionally, this role serves in various Quality Management capacities to include:

• Assist in the performance of and/or management of various internal and external weld and brazing audits and in-process surveillances, conducts inspections, attends checkpoints, writes/documents required reports and test and inspection plans.
• Creates, reviews, revises, qualifies Weld/Braze/PCP procedures (or solicits third party companies for the same) and maintains adequate retention/documentation.
• Executes PQR development to include planning, setup, and execution of testing of material.
• Reviews technical specifications and contract requirements during Work Package reviews and QA WorkBook development to provide guidance for Welding/Brazing technical requirements, PCP development, test and inspection plans, and qualification needs.

Team Support and Management Responsibilities include:

• Works in tandem with other Quality department members to manage relevant procedures in the Quality Management System.
• May act as a Company representative/liaison with internal teams, customers, vendors, regulators, etc. on matters related to their area of responsibility.
• Tracks, reports, and presents to stakeholders on the weld program’s key metrics, performance indicators, trends, audit results, corrective actions, etc. on matters related to their area of responsibility.
• May serves as a primary liaison between Colonna’s Shipyard and the customer, to include government representatives, to answer and investigate discrepancies, concerns, or issues and ensure execution of corrective actions and compliance with customer specifications relative to the weld program on matters related to their area of responsibility.
• Assist in collaborating with executive leadership, management, and employees at all levels across the enterprise to build/maintain a strong weld program and sound working relationships.
• Position may also perform other relevant duties as identified and directed by senior management.

Required Qualifications:

• Ten (10) years of collective experience in progressive roles supporting welding, weld quality, or other related positions in ship repair and/or industrial fabrication settings. Experience must include prior inspection of structural, steel fabrications and knowledge/experience in selection/application of welding consumables and equipment (for various material combinations).
• Knowledge/command of standard welding codes and requirements – Examples may include but not limited to Tech-Pub 248, ABS Classification Rules, ASME, AWS D1.1 and D1.5, ASME codes for welding requirements, etc.
• Must have at least 2 years of experience performing and/or overseeing NDT inspections/program.
• Must attain Level III certification in NDT disciplines they oversee or as directed.
• Demonstrated knowledge of welding processes – Examples include but not limited to SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, SAW, etc.
• Must have the ability to recertify NDTs for VT, MT, PT and UTT qualifications in 30 days in at least one area. Any additional certifications is a plus.
• Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, collaboration, leadership, and communication skills (both written and verbal) to yield influence and build successful relationships.
• Strong administrator with well-developed organizational, time management, prioritization, multitasking capabilities with proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office products, analytical tools, database management, etc.).
• Ability to communicate with others to exchange information.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain access credentials to worksites, including government installations, military bases, and customer sites.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (such as Welding Engineering or related field) and/or Registered Apprenticeship preferred.
• NDT Level III, CWI, and/or CWE qualifications strongly desired.
• Previous managerial/leadership roles, to include oversight of personnel, preferred.

Travel Requirements:

Occasional Travel: 15% or less.

Security Requirements:

• Must be able to access Government facilities and be DBIDS eligible.
• Position requires US Citizenship.

Physical Requirements:

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Remain in a stationary position, could be standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Ability to sit and work on a computer for long periods.
• Moving about accomplishing tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Must be physically agile to perform tasks on naval ships and in industrial/fabrication environments. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions, and in confined spaces, including enter and moving through manholes.
• Performs other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise, and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels.
• Frequent exposure to noise due to machinery and equipment.
• While performing the duties of this job, you may frequently be required to stand, walk, and sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and hear. Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, squat, kneel, twist, and crawl.

Respect, Pride, Truth, Family – These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.

Colonna’s Shipyard, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Additionally, Colonna’s Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid disability insurances, 401k with match, legal services, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

Pay Range: $115,085 - $155,704

Determination of base salary considers various factors, including but not limited to scope of responsibility, candidate’s relative and specific experience, education level, key skills, as well as other business considerations. The company also provides a variety of benefits to support employees’ best health and wellness. Additionally, the company offers a 401k retirement program with match, paid holidays, and competitive paid time off (PTO)