Quality Assurance NDT Inspector II

PROPULSION CONTROLS ENGINEERING LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PROPULSION CONTROLS ENGINEERING LLC is seeking a Quality Assurance NDT Inspector II with 2–4 years of ship repair/shipyard experience at Bremerton and Everett, WA. The role covers Visual and Liquid Penetrant testing, inspection documentation, and adherence to safety and QA procedures.

You will support Production, customers, and vendors with acceptance criteria, test memos, and related records, while applying NAVSEA standards and process controls to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience executing Visual and Liquid Penetrant inspections and interpreting test results.
• Ability to read and interpret NAVSEA standards, drawings, and related publications.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills for Test and Inspection Records (TIRs) and related documents.

Responsibilities

• Execute in-process and final NDT inspections via Visual and Liquid Penetrant methods.
• Schedule, conduct, observe, document, and submit inspection results for work certification (TIRs, TIPs, CFRs, IDRs).
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and process control procedures.

Skills

NDT inspection

Quality Assurance

Welding inspection

Documentation & reporting

Tools

NAVSEA standards

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

OUR CORE PILLARS: Safety | Operational Excellence | Shareholder Value

Propulsion Controls Engineering has a current opening for a Quality Assurance NDT Inspector II, with Minimum of 2-4 years' experience in ship repair / shipyard and good mechanical and welding aptitude; supporting our Bremerton and Everett, WA locations.

Job Summary:

Responsible for executing in-process and final Nondestructive Testing (NDT) inspections through Visual and Liquid Penetrant test methods, ensuring adherence to technical specifications for reliability and quality assurance. This role involves scheduling, conducting, observing, documenting, and submitting testing and inspection results for work certification. Additionally, it encompasses the safe execution of in-process and final operational checkpoints, necessitating a comprehensive understanding of the technical aspects of the tests, as well as strict compliance with safety protocols, heightened situational awareness, and unwavering focus on the task at hand.

Job Description

• The individual offers expert technical support to the Production Department, as well as to customers and vendors, ensuring a clear understanding of quality requirements. They supply essential information, including acceptance and rejection criteria for Test and Inspection Records (TIRs), Test and Inspection Plans (TIPs), Condition Found Reports (CFRs), Inspection/Deficiency Reports (IDRs), Test Memoranda, and Work Specifications.

• Possess comprehensive expertise in NAVSEA Standard Items, work specifications, test memorandums, and all related drawings and technical publications. The capacity to accurately interpret these references in practical settings is essential, along with the necessity for clear and concise communication skills.

• Other duties as assigned, requested or needed.

Essential Functions:

• Exhibits exceptional attention to detail, a strong commitment to adhering to established processes and policies, and the capability to meticulously document the completion of all tests and inspections promptly.

• Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of relevant welding and inspection standards, including NAVSEA Standard Items, fundamental work specifications, and pertinent drawings or technical publications. The capacity to accurately interpret these references in a practical setting is essential.

• Conducts comprehensive Visual and Liquid Penetrant inspections in accordance with relevant standards, including but not limited to: NSTP 278 - Requirements for Fabrication Welding and Inspection, and Casting Inspection and Repair for Machinery, Piping, and Pressure Vessels; Mil Std 22D — Welded Joint Designs; Mil Std 1689 — Fabrication, Welding, and Inspection of Ship Structures; NAVSEA 7000 — Fabrication and Inspection of Brazed Piping Systems; and Mil Std 2035 — Nondestructive Testing and Acceptance Criteria.

• Exhibits a comprehensive understanding of the requirements for executing work in alignment with Process Control Procedures (PCPs). This includes the development and approval processes, in process control, work completion, testing and certification, as well as the provision of Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) to support the final required reports.

• Initiates the necessary Corrective Action Reports to address deficiencies or discrepancies associated with the completion of work items. Assesses the effectiveness of corrective actions and offers recommendations if those actions are found to be ineffective.

• The responsibilities associated with this role encompass not only the execution of non-destructive Testing (NDT) inspections but also the performance of Quality Assurance (QA) inspections. These inspections play a vital role in bolstering the company's operations and ensuring adherence to the standards established by government representatives, Prime Contractor QA representatives, and Subcontractor QA and Trade representatives. For detailed information, please refer to the company's position description for the QA Inspector Il role.

• Exhibits exceptional communication skills that are clear, concise, and professional, essential for facilitating the execution and completion of both internal and extremal Quality Assurance Audits and Welding Surveillances. Proficient in conducting thorough reviews to ensure a