Quality Assurance NDT Inspector II

PROPULSION CONTROLS ENGINEERING LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Propulsion Controls Engineering LLC is seeking a Quality Assurance NDT Inspector II with 2-4 years' ship repair/shipyard experience. The role focuses on executing Visual and Liquid Penetrant inspections, ensuring adherence to specifications and proper documentation for certification.

Responsibilities include scheduling, observing, recording results, and supporting QA audits while maintaining safety and clear communication with production, customers, and vendors.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–4 years' experience in ship repair / shipyard.
• Good mechanical and welding aptitude.
• Experience with Visual and Liquid Penetrant inspection methods.
• Ability to interpret NAVSEA standards and related drawings.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute in-process and final NDT inspections (Visual & Liquid Penetrant) per specifications.
• Schedule, observe, document, and submit testing results for work certification.
• Perform QA inspections and support audits and surveillance activities.
• Provide technical support to Production, customers, and vendors regarding quality requirements.
• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain meticulous records.

Skills

NDT inspections

Visual testing

Liquid Penetrant testing

Attention to detail

Documentation

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