Quality NDT Inspector II

Austal•Mobile, AL

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Performs in-process quality assessments during vessel construction, including compliance audits prior to external surveys, utilizing Visual Testing (VT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), or other non- destructive testing (NDT) inspection methods. Consults with Class Surveyors and / or Customer Representatives during external inspections as necessary. Provides guidance to production employees and Supervision for workmanship corrections required. Shall document, accept or reject workmanship based upon contract acceptance criteria for surface and subsurface inspections. Provides mentoring and on-the-job-training (OJT) for NDT certification of other Inspectors. Implements and maintains vessel-specific inspection plans and requirements per applicable contract requirements, or as assigned. May be assigned auditing of the Quality Management System in accordance with ISO 9001:2015. May stand in as Step-Up-Supervisor as needed. May be required to support domestic travel to support company need. Must be willing to work any shift. Complies with Austal’s employee handbook general guidelines, company procedures and policies. This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Incumbents will perform other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED required.
Required minimum of one (1) years of experience as a Quality Inspector I at Austal USA for internal candidates.
Three (3) years total NDT Level II experience with a minimum of one (1) year of experience in VT, PT and MT in a related field or three (3) years as a VT Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) for external candidates.
Level II certification in Visual Testing (VT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) methods required.
Willingness and ability to learn any new NDT methods and/or skills assigned by management.
Willingness and ability to increase understanding of the applicable standards and requirements for the job.
Leadership abilities with an excellent team-spirited attitude.
Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend construction drawings, schematics and technical manuals.
Proven ability to perform simple math (add, subtract, multiply and divide) and measure using the metric system.
Strong understanding of quality principles required.
Work autonomously with minimal direction or management support.
Ability and willingness to work irregular or extended work schedule as required.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, work under pressure and be self- motivated.
Strong organizational skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Selected candidates must provide documentation to support certifications / experience prior to interview and / or hire.
Selected candidates shall complete written and practical exams prior to interview and / or hire.
Selected candidates must score 80% or better on written exam and demonstrate advanced competence in practical demonstrations to be considered for hire.
Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA: 18 years of age or older at time of application Able to provide proof of US Person Status No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date Willing to submit to a drug screen Willing to submit to a background check High School Diploma/GED or comparable trade experience with comparable trade experience defined as five (5) or more years of experience working in the applicable trade, two (2) years of experience in shipbuilding, or, education in the trade comparable to apprenticeship.

Nice To Haves

Other NDT experience is a plus and will be considered equivalent for preferred applicants.
Working knowledge of NDT standards including, but not limited to ASNT SNT- TC-1A, MIL-STD-271, MIL-STD-1689, MIL-STD-2035, MIL-STD-22D, MIL-STD-278, MIL-STD-248, ABS-NVR Part 8 and /or corresponding AWS, ANSI, ASTM documents a plus.
Basic knowledge of Trigonometry and Geometry functions are a plus.
Basic knowledge of shipyard practices and operational principles of the shipbuilding process.
Basic computer skills utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access a plus.

Responsibilities

Performs in-process quality assessments during vessel construction, including compliance audits prior to external surveys, utilizing Visual Testing (VT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), or other non- destructive testing (NDT) inspection methods.
Consults with Class Surveyors and / or Customer Representatives during external inspections as necessary.
Provides guidance to production employees and Supervision for workmanship corrections required.
Shall document, accept or reject workmanship based upon contract acceptance criteria for surface and subsurface inspections.
Provides mentoring and on-the-job-training (OJT) for NDT certification of other Inspectors.
Implements and maintains vessel-specific inspection plans and requirements per applicable contract requirements, or as assigned.
May be assigned auditing of the Quality Management System in accordance with ISO 9001:2015.
May stand in as Step-Up-Supervisor as needed.
May be required to support domestic travel to support company need.
Must be willing to work any shift.
Complies with Austal’s employee handbook general guidelines, company procedures and policies.
Incumbents will perform other tasks as assigned.