Quality Inspector I, II

Oceaneering International, Inc.; Virginia, Chesapeake (MN, VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector to enforce and understand the QA program, ensuring compliance with customer specifications. This role involves implementing effective QA processes, performing audits, and maintaining documentation to uphold high standards of safety and quality. With a focus on continuous improvement, the position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to critical projects in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in quality assurance, particularly within the naval sector, and a strong commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a SUBSAFE and Level I QA Inspector.
• 3+ years inspecting naval ship systems for compliance.

Responsibilities

• Implement an effective QA program meeting all relevant manuals.
• Perform surveillance and audits, ensuring calibration of tools.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Quality Assurance

Mechanical Systems

Electrical Systems

Education

High School/GED with Apprenticeship

Tools

QA Manual

Calibration Tools

Job description

Company Profile

Oceaneering Marine Services Division (MSD) has over 30 years of experience providing full-service submarine and surface ship repairs supporting maintenance and alterations aboard commercial and U.S. military vessels. We are SUBSAFE and DDS-SOC certified and perform high-consequence maintenance on assets that operate in demanding environments.

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments - from underwater to space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost-effective systems that meet our customers' challenges - from routine to extreme. Our experience across multiple industries positions us as a leader in government, space, and maritime markets. Our products and services meet rigorous demands, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.

We are a global provider of engineered services and products primarily to the offshore energy industry, developing products for the entire lifecycle of an offshore oilfield. We operate the world's leading fleet of ROVs and are leaders in offshore maintenance, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also serve defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Position Summary

Enforce and understand the Quality Assurance (QA) program to ensure company production complies with customer directives, requirements, and specifications. Strong analytical skills are required. Travel and overtime may be necessary.

Scope

• Provide sound, independent judgment to support projects and contracts.
• Resolve issues impacting product quality, delivery, schedules, or costs through interaction with managers, supervisors, and customers.
• Develop methods and processes to improve safety, quality, production, or reduce costs.
• Maintain effective communication and interpersonal skills when interfacing with customers and personnel.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement an effective QA program meeting all relevant manuals and authority guidance, including SUBSAFE, DSS, DLSS, and others.
• Perform duties as outlined in the QA Manual and other guidance documents.
• Maintain personal QA training and qualifications.
• Verify and witness torqueing evolutions, ensuring documentation and certification.
• Verify and witness installation of Level 1 Material and ensure proper documentation.
• Verify and witness testing for REC Certification, documenting correctly.
• Verify and witness Controlled Assemblies, signing documents to certify work.
• Update the REC log as assigned.
• Perform surveillance and audits, ensuring calibration of tools and equipment.
• Perform QA tasks related to various certifications and ensure documentation compliance.
• Recommend process improvements to the Quality Program.

Offsite Responsibilities

• Perform additional tasks such as material handling, TGI reviews, maintaining logs, and conducting audits while maintaining a database.

Other Duties

The QI may perform other projects or duties as needed, including handling materials, reviewing TGIs, maintaining logs, and conducting audits.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

High School/GED with Apprenticeship or military training in mechanical/electrical systems and quality assurance, or supervisory experience in submarine/ship repair.

Required Experience:

• At least 5 years as a SUBSAFE and Level I QA Inspector, with this experience clearly listed on the resume.
• At least 3 years inspecting naval ship systems for compliance with specifications and drawings.
• 5 years of practical shop experience with QA programs, control systems, machining, and procedures.

Preferred Experience:

Knowledge of Deep Submergence Systems, ISO/ASQ QMS, NAVSEA standards, and NSWCPD processes is desirable.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other factors.

How to Apply

Current employees who apply will be considered alongside external candidates. Employees with less than six months in their current role should consult their manager before applying. Applications are recommended through the PeopleSoft or Oceanet portals.