NDT Inspector II

• US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
• Clearance Type: Secret
• Salary Range: $26.32 USD per hour - $43.43 USD per hour

Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc. (Continental Tide) is an industry leader providing engineering and industrial services to the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and other DoD organizations.

NDT Inspector II

Continental Tide has an immediate need for a key support to the Quality Assurance Department. This position is located in National City, CA.

• Play a critical role in ensuring compliance with customer and government contractual requirements related to NDT by preparing, maintaining, and reviewing procurement and contractual documents. Interface with customer representatives for relevant quality/technical issues. Includes Statements of Work, Specifications, Quality Plans, and other relevant documentation. Possess a deep understanding of NDT processes and standards. Conduct shipboard surveillances of structural, piping, ventilation, electrical installation, and generating Quality Assurance reports.
  
  Evaluate, record, and maintain the history of quality metrics. Analyze quality data using statistical methods to drive process and design improvements. Collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure NDT activities meet the highest standards of quality and compliance.

• High school Diploma or equivalent in Vocational and US military schools.
• ASNT NDT Certification with a nondestructive testing background.
• Five (5) to Ten (10) years of experience as an NDT QA Inspector.
• Certifications:
  
  PLC, WAF, VT II and PT II.
• Prior experience in performing Quality Assurance support tasks associated with mechanical and structural/piping/electrical repair and upgrades and installation of electronic systems on US Navy Ships.
• Hands‑on experience with shipboard electrical/structural installation including Cable, Connectors, power Modifications, and structural modification. Must read and understand Ship Installation Drawings.
• Experience with JFMM, 9090‑310, NAVSEA Standard Items, NAVSSES 4790.2 Series Installation documentation, WAF/TUMS.
• Understanding of shipboard/shipyard environment.
• Five (5) years of experience with US NAVY ships Structural, Mechanical & Electrical (HM&E) systems and equipment including shipboard electric, power generation and transmission equipment.
• Experience in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), cableway, fiber optics, integrated network systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience evaluating subcontractors and vendors for quality assurance compliance.
• Capable of writing and interpreting procedures and standards.

• Prior experience in leading small installation teams.

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance to access military facilities, naval shipyards, private shipyards, and Naval installations.

• Occasional travel – less than 10%.
• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain appropriate identification credentials such as REAL .

• Perform physical inspections and write procedures/standards for Quality Control.
• Remain stationary, often standing, or sit for prolonged periods.
• Move between work sites.
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.

Continental Tide offers a professional environment emphasizing teamwork, shared responsibility, and personal growth. Competitive wages in both salaried and hourly positions, educational opportunities, comprehensive employee benefits, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

The salary range referenced is a general guideline. Continental Tide considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s related work experience, education/training/certifications, key skills, internal peer equity/external market competitiveness, and other business considerations when determining base pay.