NDT Supervisor: Quality & Defense Inspection Lead

Yackandandah Community Development Company; Hollywood (SC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefit Package

Competitive Pay

401(k) Match

HSA/FSA

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Shift Differentials

Overtime Potential

Paid on the Job Training

Certification Sponsorship Opportunites

Career Growth

Job summary

Keel, a leader in defense and heavy fabrication, seeks an NDT Supervisor to oversee non-destructive testing for NAVSEA, Army and commercial projects. You will manage inspection personnel, maintain NDT equipment, review documentation, and guide teams to meet military and industry standards.

Ideal candidates have ASNT Level III (or Level II with supervisory experience), strong reading of drawings, leadership, and proficiency with QA systems.

Qualifications

• NDT Level III certification strongly preferred; Level II certification with supervisory experience may be acceptable.
• Proven supervisory experience in NDT and quality inspection for defense, government and commercial projects.
• Strong knowledge of NAVSEA, Army, and commercial standards/specifications (MIL-STD, MIL-PRF, ASTM, AWS D1.1/D1.5).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, welding procedures, and technical documents.
• Strong leadership, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with QA documentation and reporting software.
• Experience implementing continuous improvement programs for inspection and NDT processes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate NDT and quality inspection personnel performing inspections on welding, fabrication, and assemblies across NAVSEA, Army, and commercial projects.
• Assign inspection tasks and ensure compliance with contractual, military, and commercial standards.
• Oversee NDT activities including: Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT / MPI), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT / LPT), Radiographic Testing (RT / X-ray), Visual Inspection (VT).
• Review and approve inspection plans, procedures, and reports.
• Ensure inspection personnel are trained, certified, and comply with ASNT, NAVSEA, Army, and internal standards.
• Interpret engineering drawings, welding procedures, and specifications to guide inspection teams.
• Identify non-conformances and implement corrective and preventive actions in collaboration with production and engineering teams.
• Maintain NDT equipment, ensuring proper calibration and compliance with standards.
• Participate in internal and external audits and inspections, representing the quality team for DOD, NAVSEA, Army, and commercial clients.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in quality processes and NDT practices.
• Maintain accurate documentation of inspections, findings, and corrective actions.

Job description

Keel, a leader in defense and heavy fabrication, seeks an NDT Supervisor to oversee non-destructive testing for NAVSEA, Army and commercial projects. You will manage inspection personnel, maintain NDT equipment, review documentation, and guide teams to meet military and industry standards.

Ideal candidates have ASNT Level III (or Level II with supervisory experience), strong reading of drawings, leadership, and proficiency with QA systems.