NDT Level II​/Quality Assurance Inspector - VT II

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NDT Level II / Quality Assurance Inspector - VT II at Continental Tide Defense Systems.

Continental Tide is seeking an experienced NDT Level II / Quality Assurance Inspector to support our Fleet Services Group. The successful candidate will perform quality assurance inspections on Hull, Mechanical & Electrical (HM&E) systems and electronic systems on U.S. Navy ships.

• Perform Non-Destructive Testing in accordance with applicable specifications, standards, and company policies on shipboard structural and piping systems.
• Perform Quality Assurance Inspections associated with mechanical, structural, piping, and electrical repairs and installation of HM&E systems aboard ships.
• Review QAWB prior to start of work and after work is complete for completeness, accuracy and compliance with technical specifications and requirements.
• Perform other quality related tasks as assigned by the Quality Assurance Manager.
• Perform in process shipboard surveillances.
• Ensure proper completion and retention of OQE.
• Assist Program Managers, Project Managers, and Supervisors with NAVSEA Standard Item and other customer related requirements to ensure work is conducted accurately and safely.
• Monitor compliance with company Quality and Safety Management Systems, Workmanship standards and Customer requirements.
• Assist with the development of Test & Inspection Plans, Process Control Procedures, and Condition Reports as required.
• Maintain the Measuring and Monitoring Equipment (MME) Database including inspections, logging, and check-in/check-out of MME equipment.
• Perform duties outside of specialty to assist production in other ways as necessary (i.e., Fire Watch, Tank Watch, general cleaning, etc.).

• High school diploma or equivalent; trade or industrial school diploma or degree preferred.
• Target 5‑8 years of experience performing NDT inspections (VT, PT, MT) within the AIT industry.
• Target 3‑5 years of experience performing Quality Assurance/Control Inspections on board U.S. Navy ships.
• Certified NDT Level II Inspector (VT, PT, MT required).
• Detailed knowledge of shipboard/shipyard environment procedures, processes, methods, and techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret ship installation drawings, government specifications, and NAVSEA Standard Items.
• Paint experience with a NBPI or NACE certification is a plus.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain base access and security credentials.
• Ability to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes (no less than 30 lbs).
• Ability to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces.
• Ability to wear a respirator may be required.
• Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.
• Due to export control regulations, this role is open to U.S. citizens only.

• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and execute multiple assigned tasks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project and Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Exposure to open-air environments, including noisy, hot and cold conditions.
• Required to visit project sites aboard ships and rigs, both onshore and offshore.
• Must wear various types of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• May work in confined spaces with limited ventilation.
• Requires prolonged periods of sedentary work.
• Must be able to lift and carry 20 lbs. or more, depending on the task requirements.

Competitive wages for salaried and hourly positions, educational opportunities, competitive employee benefit options and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Continental Tide is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions. Continental Tide prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national…