Structural Quality Inspector 2

Ingalls Shipbuilding•Newport News, VA

3d•$49,000 - $62,000•Onsite

About The Position

Performs required inspections of structural components and systems to ensure conformance with quality requirements for Naval reactor plants and associated systems. The work supports ship construction, overhaul, refueling, and repair contracts. Inspections cover structural components and assemblies throughout the ship and range from close-tolerance dimensional checks to general surveillance of work in progress. The inspector works under general supervision within standardized company and industrial policies and procedures. The role includes decision-making responsibilities for accepting or rejecting work and determining the measuring material used. The position reports to an Inspection Supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and two years of additional education and/or experience.
U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
Able to read drawings, rulers, and procedures fluently.
Able to climb into tanks and other confined spaces and traverse ladders and other staging obstacles.

Nice To Haves

Construction, carpentry, or fabrication experience.
Experience interpreting blueprints.
Trade experience in X11 (Fitters), X18 (Welders), or X32 (Sheet Metal).

Responsibilities

Inspect structural components and assemblies throughout the ship, including work in progress.
Conduct visual, dimensional, and functional examinations of parts, assemblies, and work-in-process items according to approved procedures, drawings, and specifications.
Review work orders, engineering drawings, and specifications, and clarify inspection requirements with engineering or production personnel when needed.
Maintain measurement tools, such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and rulers, to ensure accuracy.
Record inspection results in inspection reports, data sheets, or electronic quality systems, noting non-conformances, deviations, or trends.
Identify quality issues, suggest process improvements, and participate in root-cause analysis or corrective-action teams.
Make decisions regarding acceptance or rejection of work performed and determine measuring material used.
Follow safety protocols and, when applicable, maintain required security clearances for handling classified or sensitive material.