Shipyard Welding & NDT Lead — QA & Compliance

Birdon America, Inc.; Bayou La Batre (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Vacation/Sick accrual and holiday pay

EAP/Life

STD/LTD

Employee referral program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Birdon America, Inc. is seeking a Welding/NDT Supervisor at the Bayou La Batre, AL shipyard to lead quality assurance across new construction, service, and repair projects.

You will assist the QA Manager by developing and monitoring QA plans, inspections, and test activities, and ensure adherence to company policies and quality systems. You will coordinate with programs to meet contractual requirements, deliver inspections, and train staff in QA practices.

Qualifications

• AWS Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) with 5 years of experience.
• ASNT Level II Certified Visual, Dye Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, and Ultrasonic Inspector.
• 10+ years in the shipyard industry preferred.
• Knowledgeable in systems engineering concepts for mechanical, HVAC, electrical, and electronic installations, dimensional control, and follow-on inspections or testing.
• Must be able to read blueprints, plan quality work efforts, and manage project personnel, equipment, and tooling.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop shipyard quality assurance policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with USCG and ABS requirements.
• Provide quality training and track workmanship across shipyard trades.
• Represent the shipyard in customer and third-party audits and inspections.
• Maintain the Welding and NDT Management Program (WPS/PQRs, NDE procedures, Inspector Records).
• Train local QA teams and mentor staff.
• Develop and enforce QA policies and ensure continuous improvement in quality and processes.
• Support quality metrics and timely delivery of product quality deliverables.
• Conduct audits and investigations into customer complaints; support design and manufacturing improvements.

Skills

AWS CWI

ASNT Level II

Shipyard discipline experience

Blueprint reading

MS Office

Independent work

Driver's license

Education

College degree a plus

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Birdon America, Inc. is seeking a Welding/NDT Supervisor at the Bayou La Batre, AL shipyard to lead quality assurance across new construction, service, and repair projects.

You will assist the QA Manager by developing and monitoring QA plans, inspections, and test activities, and ensure adherence to company policies and quality systems. You will coordinate with programs to meet contractual requirements, deliver inspections, and train staff in QA practices.