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Quality Assurance Inspector Level 2-2002

NSC STAFFING, Norfolk, VA, United States


Now Hiring: Nondestructive Test (NDT) Examiner / Level II
Location: Norfolk, VA
Company: NSC Staffing
Send Resumes to: [email protected]

NSC Staffing is seeking a highly qualified Nondestructive Test (NDT) Examiner (Level II) to lead, administer, and oversee NDT programs supporting shipbuilding, ship repair, and industrial operations. This senior technical role is responsible for certifying NDT personnel, approving procedures, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements, and providing expert technical guidance across inspection activities.

Position Overview
The NDT Examiner is responsible for training, examining, certifying, and monitoring NDT personnel to ensure all nondestructive testing is performed in accordance with company procedures, contractual requirements, and applicable standards. This role serves as the technical authority for NDT methods and workmanship standards and provides oversight of inspection quality, program effectiveness, and personnel competency.

Key Responsibilities
NDT Program Leadership & Certification
  • Train, examine, certify, recertify, and decertify NDT personnel in accordance with ASNT, NAVSEA, and contractual requirements.
  • Develop, administer, and maintain NDT training and certification programs.
  • Provide corrective guidance, retraining, or re?examination of personnel as required.
Technical Oversight & Compliance
  • Approve NDT procedures, techniques, and workmanship standards.
  • Interpret specifications, codes, drawings, and inspection requirements.
  • Ensure adequacy and compliance of the NDT program with company and customer standards.
  • Provide technical support to resolve inspection and methodology issues.
Inspection & Testing Activities
  • Perform or oversee weld inspections and NDT examinations including UT, MT, PT, VT, visual, dimensional, and load testing on mechanical, piping, and structural systems.
  • Review UT certifications and logged hours with supporting documentation.
  • Support production, QA, and engineering teams with inspection planning and execution.
Monitoring, Audits & Reporting
  • Conduct site monitoring, surveillance, and evaluation of NDT personnel and operations.
  • Perform product re?inspections when required.
  • Compile and analyze inspection data, reject rates, and workmanship trends.
  • Prepare technical reports addressing defects, corrective actions, and methodology impacts.


Qualifications & Experience
Required:
  • Certified Nondestructive Test Examiner:
    • ASNT Level III or
    • NAVSEA 250?1500?1 Test Examiner
  • Minimum 2 years of experience as a certified NDT Examiner.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of applicable NDT methods and their physical, chemical, and mathematical fundamentals.
  • Proficiency in analytical processes and technical problem?solving.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills.
Acceptable Education / Experience Substitution:
  • Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering plus 2 years as a certified inspector
    OR
  • 5+ years of NDT technical experience (preferably shipbuilding/ship repair) demonstrating equivalent theoretical and applied knowledge.
Preferred:
  • Prior military experience (HT?4944 VT/MT/PT/UT Inspector).
  • Shipyard or maritime inspection background.
  • Experience supporting NAVSEA, DoD, or government contracts.


Work Environment
  • Shipyard and industrial environments, including confined spaces and active production areas.
  • Use of inspection tools, test equipment, and PPE required.
  • May involve climbing, kneeling, lifting, and extended standing periods.


Why NSC Staffing?
NSC Staffing provides skilled technical professionals across the Marine, Industrial, Energy, and Government sectors. We focus on safety, compliance, and long?term career development.

Benefits of Joining NSC Staffing:
  • Pay is dependent on experience
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Direct deposit or Global Cash Card
  • Long?term job opportunities
  • Referral bonuses
  • OSHA training and certification


Company Overview
NSC Staffing is a nationwide leader in skilled trades, technical, and professional staffing. We support shipyards, defense contractors, and industrial clients with a commitment to quality, safety, and workforce excellence.

Join Our Team Today!
Apply now and advance your inspection leadership career with NSC Staffing - a leader in shipyard and industrial staffing.
Visit our jobs page: www.nscstaffing.com / https://crm.nscstaffing.com/form/MzMzNjQ0MTYzNDY4ODQ
NSC Staffing is a drug?free workplace and an equal?opportunity employer (EOE AA/M/F/V/D).
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