QA/NDT Inspector – Ship Repair Quality Assurance

General Dynamics NASSCO; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com. seeks a QA NDT Inspector to perform inspections and tests validating conformance to drawings and contract requirements. The role includes conducting surveillance audits during ship repair at the Norfolk, VA site, and reading blueprints and standards to ensure compliance.

Strong communication and computer skills are essential. Candidates should hold an Associate degree or 4–6 years QA experience, and must pursue NAVSEA Level II NDT qualifications within six

Qualifications

• Technical/Associate Degree, preferably QA/Marine-related or 4 to 6 years of QA inspection experience.
• Certified as a Level II NDT Inspector to NAVSEA TECHPUB requirements or able to obtain certification within duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform QA inspections and tests to substantiate conformance to drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Conduct surveillance audits in all phases during ship repair.
• Read and interpret blueprints, military standards/specifications, and regulatory body requirements.
• Use testing and QA instruments, and document results in NDT reports.

Skills

QA inspector

Blueprint reading

MS Office

Lean Six Sigma

Team player

Education

Associate degree or 4–6 years QA inspection

Tools

NDT equipment

NAVSEA standards

Mainframe knowledge

Microsoft Office

Job description

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com. seeks a QA NDT Inspector to perform inspections and tests validating conformance to drawings and contract requirements. The role includes conducting surveillance audits during ship repair at the Norfolk, VA site, and reading blueprints and standards to ensure compliance.

Strong communication and computer skills are essential. Candidates should hold an Associate degree or 4–6 years QA experience, and must pursue NAVSEA Level II NDT qualifications within six