Quality Inspector 3 - 18233

Date: Apr 6, 2024

Location: San Diego, CA, California, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

​Requisition Number: 18233 

Required Travel: 26 - 50% 

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain 

Level of Experience: Mid 

 

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

Who We Are

Are you looking to join a team of professionals for a long term secure and rewarding employment opportunity? Then join our System Integration (SI) team whose accomplishments make a positive impact supporting the U.S. Navy and national defense! 
 
We are seeking a Quality Inspector to assist with fleet modernization in our San Diego, CA location. The selected candidate will support the SI team working on active class submarines, surface ships and shore facilities for fleet modernization on various contracts such as Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Naval Information Warfare Systems Command and Naval Surface Warfare Center.
 

What You Will Do

  • Display levels of quality, integrity, safety, respect, engagement, and performance consistent with company values.

  • Assist in the development and implementation of program quality testing and inspection plans and Quality Assurance Workbooks in accordance with TS9090-310 and NAVSEA standard items.

  • Audit work-in-process, onboard customer vessels, to determine if product specifications are met and ensure conformance to established company and regulatory standards.

  • Assist in the development and use of technical documents including controlled work packages, formal work processes and procedures, test documents, reports and task or trip reports.

  • Review, analyze and report on quality discrepancies and data related to production.

  • Visit customer vessels in order to investigate problems and develop disposition and corrective actions for recurring discrepancies.

  • Interface with stakeholders to ensure requirements are met. Recommend corrective actions, dispositions, process optimization and modifications.

  • May work directly with customer or customer representatives, attend meetings, and deploy for special projects.

  • Maintain effective customer communications and relations by routinely visiting customer vessels.

  • May provide onsite training of customer support personnel.

What You Must Have

  • High School and 5 years relevant experience or associate degree and 3 years relevant experience. May require certification.

  • Strong knowledge of structural related system installation, including welding, structural fit up, and installation standards to include:

    • Requirements for Fabrication, Welding, and Inspection of Submarine Structure (T9074-AD-GIB-010/1688)

    • Fabrication, Welding, and Inspection of Ship’s Structure (MIL-STD-1689A)

    • Welded Joint Design (MIL-STD-22D). 

  • Current or previous NDT Level II Visual Inspection Certification and able to provide record of OJT hours.

  • Be able to read and interpret ship Installation Drawings and Liaison Action Requests (LARs).  

  • Must have strong verbal and written communication skills. Candidate will be communicating with customers, senior managers, and internal company employees to manage and resolve Quality Assurance Issues.  

  • Must be proficient with use of computer software such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, and PDF reader programs similar to ADOBE PRO and NUANCE. Job duties will include developing and completing quality reports for distribution to the customer, senior managers, and internal company employees.

  • Must have practical Quality Inspection experience.

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance. Must be able to obtain base access credentials with in the first 60 days of hire and maintain throughout employment. 

  • Must be able to travel, possible travel 30%.

  • Must be a U.S. citizen.

Bonus Points For...

  • Experience working in Naval Shipyards or Military Facilities preferred.

  • Maintenance & repair experience on NAVSEA contracts a plus.

  • Experience distributing and managing various training programs.

  • Be familiar with Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) STANDARD ITEMS, TS9090-310 Navy Modernization Program Management and Operations Manual, Joint Fleet maintenance Manual (JFMM), Requirements for Welding and Brazing Procedure and Performance Qualification (S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248), Requirements for Fabrication Welding and Inspection, and Casting Inspection and Repair for Machinery, Piping, and Pressure Vessels (S9074-AR-GIB-010/278), Requirements for Nondestructive Testing Methods (T9074-AS-GIB-010/271), Nondestructive Testing Acceptance Criteria (MIL-STD-20335A), including familiarization with Quality Assurance Workbooks. 

  • Have experience installing or inspecting the installation of systems/equipment onboard marine vessels.

  • Experience with electrical and equipment installation on marine vessels.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces. Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels. May ride ships at sea for extended periods. May require wearing a respirator. Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

 

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

 

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees. 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

 

Do You Need Assistance? 
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Technical Solutions.