Shipboard Coatings Quality Inspector

Kymera International; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 company-paid holidays and PTO

Healthcare savings (FSA/HSA) and major

401(k) with company match

Company-paid disability and life保险

Job summary

Kymera International seeks a Shipyard Quality Coatings Inspector to join our field service team in Houston, with extensive travel to US and international job sites. The role ensures coatings and linings meet MIL-STD, NAVSEA, and ISO quality requirements while performing inspections aboard ships and at remote facilities.

Responsibilities include documenting results, interpreting technical drawings, and supporting calibration and safety programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate’s or technical degree in quality, manufacturing, or a related field is preferred.
• Certification from NACE (or NBPI) is highly regarded.
• Minimum 3 years of coatings inspection/shipyard experience.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specs and quality documents.
• Willingness to travel 50–75%+ (international travel included).

Responsibilities

• Inspect coatings and linings on shipyard equipment and structures.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records.
• Interpret military specifications, ISO 9001/AS9100D standards and related quality requirements.
• Support calibration programs and safety compliance.
• Provide on-site training and coaching on inspection techniques and procedures.
• Travel to domestic and international job sites as required.

Skills

NACE/AMPP/NBPI Certification

Coatings inspection experience

Reading blueprints and specs

Safety compliance

NAVSEA standards knowledge

Strong communication and reporting

Ability to travel 75%+

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s/Technical degree in Quality or Manufacturing

Job description

Kymera International seeks a Shipyard Quality Coatings Inspector to join our field service team in Houston, with extensive travel to US and international job sites. The role ensures coatings and linings meet MIL-STD, NAVSEA, and ISO quality requirements while performing inspections aboard ships and at remote facilities.

Responsibilities include documenting results, interpreting technical drawings, and supporting calibration and safety programs.