Nuclear Inspector - Alternate Shift

General Dynamics Electric Boat; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

A defense contractor seeks a Nuclear Inspector at its Quonset Point facility. The role involves performing non-destructive testing and inspections of nuclear submarines. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of relevant experience. This position offers comprehensive benefits including paid training, medical and wellness programs, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in construction, manufacturing, quality assurance, or repair work.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and diagrams.
• Proficiency with MS Word and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-destructive testing of welds/materials for nuclear submarines.
• Inspect and evaluate physical conditions of piping, structural, and electrical systems.
• Review drawing and specification requirements for nuclear systems.

Skills

Ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated attitude

Basic mathematical skills

Basic interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Nuclear Inspector - Alternate Shift

Overview

This posting is for Nuclear Inspectors at Electric Boat's Quonset Point facility. This position follows an alternative workweek schedule, working four 10-hour shifts from Thursday through Sunday.

Responsibilities

• 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 the NDT techniques, per their training and evaluate physical conditions of systems (piping, structural, electrical, etc.) to verify material is built to plan and standards
• Review and understanding of drawing and specification requirements for nuclear systems is required

Benefits

• Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Prescription coverage
• 401K plan
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Commuter/Van Services/Ripta
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
• Professional Development and Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent OR 2 plus years of related technical experience
• 1+ years of experience including but not limited to 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 the high standards of nuclear work
• Available to work all shifts, weekends and extended hours as business needs dictate
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in extreme temperature conditions as required
• Must pass Jaeger color vision eye examination
• Must be able to obtain a non-destructive test (NDT) inspection certification as decided by department need
• Willingness to learn unfamiliar skills (e.g., pipe, mechanical, electrical, shielding) based on departmental needs
• Must be able to attain a key department qualification/certification within the first 3 months after starting as a Nuclear Inspector
• Must maintain certifications through periodic audits and testing
• Able to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the Department of Defense based on department needs

Preferred:

• Previous inspection and/or NDT experience is desired
• Experience with EB certification and training electronic programs (Mainframe, Electronic Desktop, Cornerstone, etc.)
• Previous inspection/quality assurance experience
• Previous experience as a tradesperson or inspector in the piping, mechanical, or structural fields
• Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
• Previous Military/Navy related experience

Skills

• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and meet organizational goals
• May be required to possess own basic hand tools
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
• Basic mathematical and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated attitude

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

Job Details

Location: US-RI-North Kingstown (Seat Location: EB Quonset Point Facility) | Trade: Quality Control | Shift: 1st | Security Clearance Required: Secret | Number of Openings: 6