Quality NDT Inspector II

REPORTS TO: Quality Inspection Supervisor or Quality Inspection Foreman

SUPERVISES: Not applicable

DUTIES / 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.
• This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Incumbents will perform other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

• 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.
• 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.
• Willingness and ability to learn any new NDT methods and/or skills assigned by management.
• All company provided training shall be based on company needs at the company’s discretion.
• 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.
• Basic knowledge of Trigonometry and Geometry functions are a plus.
• Basic knowledge of shipyard practices and operational principles of the shipbuilding process.
• 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.
• Basic computer skills utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access a plus.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Selected candidates must provide documentation to support certifications / experience prior to interview and / or hire. May be waived at hiring Manager’s discretion based on testing and interviewing scores and company needs.
• 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.

TOOLS: Familiar with use and function of basic power and hand tools.

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:

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