Nuclear Inspector

General Dynamics Electric Boat; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defense sector is seeking Nuclear Inspectors for their Quonset Point facility. The role involves performing non-destructive testing and inspections to ensure the safety and compliance of nuclear submarine components. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and a commitment to uphold high standards in nuclear work. This position may require working various shifts and obtaining specific certifications.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in construction, manufacturing, quality assurance, or repair work.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and diagrams.
• Willingness to learn unfamiliar skills based on departmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-destructive testing (NDT) of welds/materials for nuclear submarines.
• Execute NDT techniques and evaluate physical conditions of systems.
• Review and understand drawing and specification requirements for nuclear systems.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Communication

Mathematical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Self-Motivation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Basic Hand Tools

Job description

Overview

This posting is for Nuclear Inspectors at Electric Boat's Quonset Point facility. Nuclear Inspectors are responsible for verifying that the structure, systems, and components built at Quonset Point, which support the nuclear reactors of submarines, meet the required standards to ensure safe operation by our sailors serving to help protect our freedom.

• Nuclear inspectors perform non-destructive testing (NDT), e.g., MT, PT, etc., of welds/materials, as well as fabrication and installation verifications for nuclear submarines.
• Inspectors execute NDT techniques according to their training and evaluate the physical conditions of systems (piping, structural, electrical, etc.) to verify materials are built to plan and standards.
• A review and understanding of drawing and specification requirements for nuclear systems are required.

This position is located in North Kingstown, RI

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 1+ years of experience in construction, manufacturing, quality assurance, or repair work
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, diagrams, and understand basic layout functions
• Proficiency with MS Word and MS Excel
• Personal integrity and a commitment to uphold high standards of nuclear work
• Availability to work all shifts, weekends, and extended hours as needed
• Ability to pass a Jaeger color vision eye examination
• Ability to obtain a non-destructive test (NDT) inspection certification as required
• Willingness to learn unfamiliar skills (e.g., pipe, mechanical, electrical, shielding) based on departmental needs
• Ability to attain key department qualification/certification within the first 3 months
• Maintain certifications through periodic audits and testing
• May require obtaining and maintaining a security clearance through the Department of Defense

Preferred:

• Previous inspection and/or NDT experience
• Experience with EB certification and electronic training programs (Mainframe, Electronic Desktop, Cornerstone, etc.)
• Previous inspection/quality assurance experience
• Experience as a tradesperson or inspector in piping, mechanical, or structural fields
• Vocational, technical, or community college training or apprenticeships
• Military/Navy related experience

Skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and meet organizational goals
• Possession of basic hand tools may be required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Basic mathematical and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated attitude

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, color vision, crawling, kneeling, light and medium lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, stooping, twisting

Environmental Attributes

Exposure to acids or alkalis, cold, dry, dusty, fumes, hot, inside environments, noise, oily conditions