QA-NDT Inspector Trainee (Job ID 1425)
Posted:
23 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline:
20 October 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
QA-NDT Inspector Trainee
Purpose:
The QA-NDT Inspector Trainee supports inspection activities by assisting with conducting documenting and maintaining records in accordance with customer and contractual requirements. Under supervision the trainee will learn to perform Non-Destructive Testing in various NDT disciplines working toward certification and will assist in documenting those activities in reports and required forms.
The position is located onsite in Norfolk VA and will often require hours beyond a standard work week with flexible schedule availability to support production/ may require limited travel.
Job Description:
- Assist with overseeing and monitoring inspections documenting results on required forms under supervision.
- Support VT MT PT and UT inspections as directed while working toward certification in NDT disciplines.
- Learn to review documents drawings customer requirements and quality procedures to ensure compliance with standards.
- Assist in preparing and maintaining condition found reports test and inspection plans process control procedures and corrective action reports (CARs) as needed.
- Help inventory and maintain test equipment and gauges.
- Support the preparation of presentation materials training aids and handouts as requested.
- Participate in audits and/or surveillance activities alongside experienced inspectors.
- Complete assigned tasks with guidance progressing toward working more independently.
- Travel to work locations as required both CONUS and OCONUS with supervision as needed.
- Follow and uphold all safety requirements at all times.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Must be enrolled in or have completed introductory classroom and lab training in one or more NDT methods (VT PT MT UT) or be willing to complete required training. Training must align with SNT-TC-1A ASNT or AWS guidelines and documentation of completed or in-progress training must be provided.
- Basic understanding of technical drawings blueprints and specifications or willingness to learn.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to obtain access to Government facilities.
- Willingness to learn industry standards including NAVSEA Standard Items and other Government specifications.
- Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Desired Qualifications:
- Hands-on experience performing NDT inspections assisting with condition found reports inspection plans and/or audits etc. preferred.
- Prefer related Department of Defense experience including direct experience with government customer relations.
- Prefer experience with NAVSEA Standard Items and ISO requirements.
Travel Requirements:
- Occasional Travel; 25% or less.
Security Requirements:
- Must be able to access Government facilities and be DBIDS eligible.
- Position requires US Citizenship.
Physical Requirements:
- Sit Stand Walk Bend Squat Climb Reach Push and Pull Stoop Crawl Kneel Balance Lift and Carry various objects and equipment.
- General shipyard/industrial environment. this type of work has physical demands that require frequent movement up to 65% of the time.
- Lighting and temperature are adequate and there is minimal exposure to hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise dust etc. Hear talk and smell.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Work is generally performed within an office environment with standard office equipment available but also requires safe navigation and regular partnership with operations teams within shipyard/industrial environments.
- A considerable amount of time is spent operating a personal computer.
- Must be able to climb up and down stairs and spend time moving throughout the facility and onboard marine vessels.
Respect Pride Truth Family These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.
Colonnas Shipyard Inc. is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Additionally Colonnas Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health wellness and future to include medical/dental/vision options company paid disability insurances 401k with match legal services as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
Pay Range: $25.00 - $27.00
Determination of base salary considers various factors including but not limited to scope of responsibility candidates relative and specific experience education level key skills as well as other business considerations. The company also provides a variety of benefits to support employees best health and wellness. Additionally the company offers a 401k retirement program with match paid holidays and competitive paid time off (PTO)
Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
Colonna’s Shipyard delivers the highest quality ship repair, machining and steel fabrication services to both the commercial and government markets.