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QA & NDT Level II Technician

Amee Bay, LLC, a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, and a Federal Government Contractor industry leader, is seeking a QA & NDT Level II Technician to support our operations on Navy contracts, with a focus on Quality Assurance activities in Chesapeake, VA.

Position Responsibilities:

• Manage and support QA activities related to Navy contracts, ensuring full compliance with Navy specifications and other relevant industry standards.
• Conduct detailed inspections and audits of products, processes, and systems in accordance with military standards, ensuring the adherence to quality specifications and requirements.
• Review and analyze technical documentation, blueprints, and engineering drawings to assess compliance with project requirements and quality standards.
• Develop and review quality control procedures for naval projects, ensuring all quality metrics, tests, and inspections meet the specific standards for Navy contracts.
• Collaborate with Navy engineers, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure effective communication and alignment with quality expectations for all deliverables.
• Ensure all materials, components, and systems meet the stringent military-grade quality requirements for operational readiness and long-term reliability.
• Monitor and track non-conformances, initiating corrective actions to address quality issues and ensuring compliance with Navy regulations.
• Lead quality reviews and inspections of materials, systems, and processes used in shipbuilding, submarine construction, and military equipment maintenance and repair.
• Oversee and assist with the preparation of quality assurance documentation including test plans, inspection reports, and final certification reports.
• Conduct root cause analysis and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality assurance processes, mitigate risks, and optimize performance.
• Ensure the calibration and maintenance of all QA testing and inspection equipment in accordance with Navy and military standards.
• Perform supplier quality audits to ensure third-party vendors meet the necessary quality requirements for materials and components.
• Provide training and mentoring to junior QA personnel and assist in the development of quality assurance programs for Navy-related projects.
• Support the qualification and validation of equipment and materials for Navy use, ensuring compliance with all quality and safety regulations.

Position Requirements:

• US Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Active Secret Clearance; Candidates currently possessing an Active Secret Clearance are preferred.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• QA experience with a focus on Navy contracts or military-related projects, ideally within shipbuilding, defense systems, or naval vessel maintenance.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a quality assurance role with hands-on experience in the defense industry.
• Familiarity with military standards, including NAVSEA, MIL-STD, and other DoD quality specifications.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (QMS), ISO standards, and relevant industry codes (e.g., ASME, ASTM, API).
• Ability to interpret and evaluate engineering drawings and technical specifications to ensure quality compliance.
• Proficiency with QA software and reporting tools used for tracking non-conformances, inspections, and audit documentation.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis (RCA), failure mode analysis, and the corrective action process.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare technical reports and quality assurance documentation for Navy contracts.
• Ability to work independently and within a team to achieve military and project-specific quality objectives.
• NDT Level II Certification in at least VT, but VT & PT preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in shipyard environments, confined spaces, and other physically demanding settings typical of Navy-related projects.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to [insert weight].
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and meet health and safety standards specific to Navy projects.

Position located in Chesapeake, VA.