Ship Checker

QED Systems, Inc.; Norfolk, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

Q.E.D Systems, Inc. seeks a Planner/Estimator for the National Planning Activity (NPA) within the Execution Division to support work item development for Navy vessel maintenance. You will perform ship checks, review drawings, estimate repair scope, and provide detailed input to planners.

The role requires physical ability to climb ladders, lift up to 30 lbs, and communicate findings clearly. Travel up to 10% and eligibility for SECRET clearance and U.S. passport are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; two years of technical/vocational training or U.S. Navy experience preferred.
• Associates degree or higher is preferred.
• Must be able to obtain SECRET Clearance and a U.S. passport.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ship checks onboard Navy vessels to validate the work scope and aid in work item development.
• Identify interferences and special circumstances affecting planning and repair scope.
• Document ship checks with photos and data on approved forms and upload to NMD.

Skills

Ship checks

Naval drawings

Planner collaboration

MS Office

Adobe Suite

Technical writing

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical/vocational training

Associates degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Navy Maintenance Database (NMD)

Reference drawings

Passport/CAC access

Job description

Join the Q.E.D. Team and Build Your Career with Us

Job Description: National Planning Activity (NPA), Execution Division, responsible for conducting ship checks onboard Navy Vessels of work notifications delivered to QED’s NPA Department in support of Planners work item development. A ship check consists of examining the affected equipment, system piping, and ship’s structure to accurately estimate the amount of consumable materials that will be required. After the ship check, reports that contain ship check data including sketches, photographs, lead code/follow code memos, and reference drawings will be entered into the Navy Maintenance Database (NMD) by the Ship Checker. The Planner/Estimator function is recognized as the prime function of the NPA, and ultimately Ship Checkers will aspire to this role after developing the requisite experience. All other duties as assigned.

Job Duties:

• Using applicable drawings and references, conduct ship checks onboard Navy vessels in direct support of the Planners to validate the work notification, determine the scope of repair, and provide the Planner with amplifying information to aid in work item development.
• Identify interferences and any other special circumstances that will impact the planning process and work item development.
• Document the ship checks with detailed information and photographs on the approved ship check forms in PDF format that can be used in the work item development and uploaded into NMD by the Planners.

Job Requirements/Skillsets:

• Physical ability to climb ladders, transit decks, and perform work on Navy vessels.
• Ability to lift, carry, and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs.
• Self-starter with the ability to work well with others.
• Knowledge of Navy ship compartmentation and lay-out.
• Ability to read, understand, and validate a work notification and to determine the scope of work contained within the work notification.
• Comprehensive writing and communication skills capable of both verbal and written findings and recommendations.
• Some knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe programs including word processing.
• Knowledge of Navy Structural, Mechanical, Piping, and Electrical systems.
• 10% overseas travel expected. Must be able to obtain a Passport, CAC and/or DBIDs pass.
• Must have a current and valid Driver’s License.

Education: Individual shall possess a High school diploma or GED. Candidate should have at least two (2) years of education in a technical/vocational school, apprentice training, U.S. Navy or equivalent. Associates Degree or higher is preferred.

Security Clearance/Naval Facility Access: This position requires U.S. citizenship and will be subject to a security investigation, must meet the eligibility requirements to obtain, and maintain a SECRET Clearance issues by the US Government. Candidate should currently possess or be able to obtain a Government Security Clearance. In addition, to the security clearance, this position may require an additional background screening for bas access. Must have or be able to obtain a valid US Passport.

Benefits: Q.E.D. offers competitive benefits such as: Paid Leave, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short/Long Term Disability, 401(k) retirement plan, Basic Life Insurance, supplemental insurances, and Employee Assistance Program.

EOE, Including Disability/Vets: Q.E.D is an Equal Opportunity Employer.