Quality Specialist

Aleron; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Aleron is seeking a Quality Specialist in Norfolk, VA, focusing on Visual Testing (VT) of welds within a regulated manufacturing and shipbuilding setting. You will perform weld inspections, ensure compliance with NAVSEA and AWS standards, and support inspection resources to sustain high-quality deliverables.

The role involves coordinating NDT activities across facilities, overseeing subcontracted providers, and maintaining inspection records for final release.

Qualifications

• VT inspection experience required.
• NAVSEA experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Perform VT inspections on welded assemblies and structures.
• Coordinate and support NDT activities across multiple facilities.
• Review and maintain inspection documentation and test reports.

Skills

Visual Testing (VT)

Communication skills

Adaptability

Team impact

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Weld gauges

NDT equipment

Micrometers

Costpoint ERP

Job description

Description

Job Title: Quality Specialist

Location: Norfolk, VA

Employment Type: Temp (12 months)

Industry: Aerospace and Defense

Compensation: $41.00/hr.

Schedule: 980 - Reg - 1st shift

About the Opportunity:

• We are seeking an experienced Quality Specialist specializing in Visual Testing (VT) to support quality assurance and welding inspection activities in a highly regulated manufacturing and shipbuilding environment.
• In this role, you'll perform critical weld inspections, ensure compliance with industry standards, oversee inspection resources, and help maintain the highest levels of product quality and documentation control.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

• This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

• Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform NDT Level II Visual Testing (VT) inspections on welded assemblies and fabricated structures.
• Conduct weld inspections in accordance with NAVSEA, AWS, and applicable quality standards and procedures.
• Coordinate and support NDT activities across multiple facilities, including oversight of subcontracted inspection providers.
• Perform quality assessments, work area inspections, and compliance reviews to ensure adherence to customer and regulatory requirements.
• Review, validate, and maintain inspection documentation, test reports, and work package records for final release and storage.

Job Requirements

What You’ll Bring:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience in Visual Testing (VT) of welds, with NAVSEA experience.

What Sets You Apart:

• Familiar with Tech Pub 248.
• Proficient use of weld inspection tools, including weld gauges, NDT equipment, and micrometers.
• Capable of interpreting technical data, blueprints and specifications.
• Experience with Costpoint or similar ERP system.
• Communication Skills.
• Positive Attitude: Maintain a positive attitude, openness to new ideas, and a willingness to learn new tools.
• Team Impact: Strong motivation to positively impact the performance and work experience of the team.
• Adaptability: Demonstrated readiness to work effectively in an environment where priorities may change frequently.
• Need to have some sort of technical aptitude

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), all employees assigned to this client must provide documentation verifying their status as a 'U.S. Person', as defined in ITAR clause 120.15. A U.S. Person is a protected individual under the anti‑discrimination provisions of U.S. immigration laws.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.