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Quality Inspector
US-RI-North Kingstown
Job ID: 2026-20590
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 16
Category: Quality Control
EB Quonset Point Facility
Overview
Theres never been a more exciting time to join the shipbuilding industry. As demand for advanced naval technology continues to grow, General Dynamics Electric Boat remains at the forefront of designing, building, and supporting the most advanced submarines in the world. Our work is mission-critical. Every employee plays a direct role in supporting the United States Navy and strengtheningnational security. We are guided by our core values of valuing each other, behaving with integrity and purpose, and committing ourselves to excellence.
Electric Boat offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and career growth.
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Prescription Coverage
Health and Wellness Programs
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Commuter/Van Services
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Paid Training
Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd Shift
Career Advancement Opportunities
Learn more at ebcareers.com
As Electric Boat continues to support construction of the VIRGINIA Class and COLUMBIA submarine programs, ourQuality Organizationplays a critical role in ensuring every component meets the highest standards of safety, performance, and reliability.
Quality Inspectorsperform inspection duties throughout the facility, which include verifying attributes for welds, structures and components.Candidates will be trained in Quality Control systems, Electric Boat procedures applicable to the work they are performing and Quality Department Instructions.
All successful candidates will be required to maintain an MT or PT certification. Further opportunities for inspection disciplines such as UT, Pre-Test, Electrical, Mechanical, etc. may be made available once proficiency has been achieved and maintained in Magnetic Particle.
Successful candidates will embody the Electric Boats Core Values, work safely, be responsible for themselves, their peers, the ship and crew who will operate our vessel. This position requires inspectors who perform with integrity and purpose. Our sailors and their families deserve excellence in our workmanship and first-time quality.We are the last line of defense for the integrity of our product.
This position is located at Electric Boats Quonset Point Facility in North Kingstown, RI.
Schedule: Monday Thursday, four 10- hour shifts with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift opportunities.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to maintaining the highest quality standards
Effective note-taking and documentation skills
Adaptability to switch from one job to another as business needs dictate
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment to meet organizational goals
Positive, self-motivated attitude with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
High School Diploma or Equivalent OR 2 plus years of related technical experience
Ability to obtain an MT, PT, or ET certification
Ability to attain a key department qualification/certification within the first six months after starting as a Quality Inspector
Ability to grind joints and clear indications as needed throughout inspection process
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints and diagrams
Ability to work at heights, tightly confined spaces and in extreme weather conditions
Accurate documentation, record keeping and archiving along with verifying previous status of work for completion is a critical job function
Possess your own basic hand tools
Ability to work all shifts, extended week days and weekends as required
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the Department of War
Inspection/quality assurance experience
Mechanical and Electrical experience
Pipe hanger installation experience
Structural experience
NACE Certified
Metal fabrication experience
Military shipbuilding experience
Completion of Vocational, Technical, Community College or Apprentice programs
Knowledge of shipboard assemblies, installations, components and structures
Related military/Navy experience
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