Marine Quality Inspector

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Quality Inspector to join our shipyard team in support of the construction, integration, and testing of autonomous surface vessels. The Quality Inspector plays a critical role in ensuring that all materials, components, assemblies, and completed vessels meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. This position requires flexibility in shift work, a strong eye for detail, and the ability to collaborate closely with engineering, production, and regulatory representatives in a fast-paced shipyard environment.

Key Responsibilities

* Inspection & Testing:
Perform in-process and final inspections of welds, hull structures, electrical/electronic systems, outfitting, and finished vessels to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, regulatory/military standards, and customer requirements. Support harbor and sea trials with inspection and verification activities.

* Documentation:
Maintain accurate inspection records, including results, nonconformances, and corrective actions. Prepare inspection reports and provide timely feedback to engineering and production teams.

* Compliance:
Ensure adherence to internal quality standards, ISO 9001, regulatory, and military specific standards. Verify that processes and products comply with all applicable requirements.

* Problem-Solving:
Identify defects, deviations, or nonconformances. Work with cross-functional teams to investigate root causes, recommend corrective/preventive actions, and verify effectiveness of fixes.

* Continuous Improvement:
Actively support quality improvement initiatives, process audits, and implementation of best practices in the shipyard. Provide input on opportunities for inspection efficiency and effectiveness.

* Collaboration:

Partner with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to address quality issues and support on-time delivery of fully compliant autonomous vessels. Interface with regulatory inspectors and customer representatives as required.

* Training & Support:
Assist in training new inspectors and shipyard personnel in inspection procedures, quality standards, and the proper use of inspection tools and documentation systems.

Qualifications

* Minimum 1+ years of experience in quality inspection, preferably in shipbuilding, defense, aerospace, or maritime industries.

Experience with autonomous or advanced systems is a plus.

* Solid understanding of quality control principles, inspection techniques, and measurement methods.

* Proficiency in using inspection tools and equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges, weld inspection tools, electrical test equipment).

* Familiarity with industry standards and regulations.

Experience with ISO 9001, ABS, Navy, and/or Department of Defense quality standards is highly desirable.

* Strong problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.

* Effective written and verbal communication skills; able to clearly document findings and interact with production and engineering teams.

* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced shipyard/startup environment with shifting priorities.

Physical Demands

* Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours/day

* Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 20 lbs.

* The ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs

* Ability to work outside for an extended period of time

* Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install vehicle parts of varying size and weight overhead, accurately and in allotted time frames

* Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrain

* Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day

* Climb and maintain balance on ladders, platforms, or other high structures

* Ability to find issues in a work process and be alert to safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing

* Demonstrated ability to handle and manipulate tooling and mechanically fasten bolts within required cycle time

* Exposures to hazardous materials and ability to follow waste handling/disposal procedures

* Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, gloves and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines

Benefits

* Medical Insurance:
Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

* Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

* Dental and Vision Insurance:
Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

* Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

* Time Off:
Generous PTO and Holidays

* Parental Leave:
Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

* Competitive…