Austal USA · 3 days ago
Quality Assurance Inspector - SDCA
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$32.45/hr - $45.42/hr
5+ years expAustal USA is a leading shipbuilding company, and they are seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector to support project management with quality inspections and ensure compliance with regulatory and shipbuilding standards. The role involves monitoring the work of subcontractors, conducting quality assurance checks, and maintaining documentation related to inspections.
Shipbuilding
No H1B
Responsibilities
Supports Project Management with the coordination and completion of quality inspections
Directs aspects of quality management associated with specific area of assigned responsibility
Supports resolution of quality issues that may arise between installation team members, sub-contractors, and shipyard and government personnel
Provides input into the development of test index plans, QA workbooks, and process control procedures
Implements and maintains vessel specific inspection plans and requirements per applicable contract requirements or as assigned
Monitors task performed by sub-contractors or Quality Department employees assigned to west coast projects for short-term assignment
Monitors craft work to ensure workmanship is in accordance with regulatory, NAVSEA standard Items and shipbuilding standards
Conducts quality assurance checks, inspections, and final product inspections as assigned
Performs in-process quality assessments, including compliance audits prior to customer inspection utilizing visual or other inspection methods
Generates, maintains and audits documentation related to inspections performed, e.g. call outs, sign-off sheets, test procedures, objective quality evidence (OQE)
Complies with Austal’s employee handbook general guidelines, company procedures and policies
Complies with Quality Management direction and reporting requirements as directed; performs auditing of the Quality Management System in accordance with ISO 9001: 2015 or similar
This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Incumbent will perform other tasks as assigned
Offsite travel could potentially be in excess of 35%. Training to support this position may also include travel
Qualification
Required
Five (5) or more years of experience working in a related trade with three (3) being in shipbuilding/ship repair
Five (5) years' experience in QC/QA inspections. For Austal employees, four (4) years' experience maintaining current Level II Visual Testing (VT) accepted
Must be NDT Level II VT qualified or capable of achieving qualification within 90 days
Must be NDT Level II Penetrant Testing (PT) qualified or capable of achieving qualification within 120 days
Familiar with NAVSEA standard items
Strong leadership and organization skills
Computer skills utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Possess the willingness and ability to increase understanding of the applicable standards and requirements for the job
Ability to read and comprehend engineering drawings and data
Proven ability to work autonomously and set tasks for self
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, The ability to obtain and maintain a DBIDS and or any other clearance or access that may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of position responsibilities
Preferred
Completion of trade school or apprentice program in electrical or fabrication preferred
Company
Austal USA
Austal USA is a ship manufacturer headquartered in Mobile, Ala., with service centers in San Diego and Singapore and a technology center in Charlottesville, Va.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Christy Taylor
Chief Operating Officer - Transformation
Adam Overstreet
Vice President of Legal Affairs & Chief Compliance Officer
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