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NDT Level III (Job ID 1466)

Colonna's Shipyard

Job Location:

Norfolk, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 115085 - 155704

Posted: 21 August 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 18 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

NDT Level III

Purpose:

Colonnas Shipyard is seeking an experienced NDT Level III to join our team and assist in the weld/braze/NDT programs for either the ship repair and/or the industrial fabrication operations for multiple government and commercial customers. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the administration and management of the Companys welding/brazing/NDT operations by ensuring personnel are adequately trained and qualified along with qualification maintenance. This is a working-manager role that is critical to ensuring the high standards of quality and safety that Colonnas Shipyard is known for and requires the candidate to stay current with the latest welding technologies industrys best practices as well as customer contractual and regulatory compliance.

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/operations. This position may require local travel as well as some limited non-local travel.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Program administration duties may include but is not limited to:

Assist in the administration and oversight of the Weld Program and its subordinate staff and Support operational goals through well-qualified competent personnel and program management in the assigned areas.
Assist in maintaining welder qualifications/certifications in applicable systems (NavWeld).
Assist in maintaining NDT inspector qualifications/certifications in applicable systems (NavNDT).
Assist in the development of quality and workmanship demonstration standards and Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ) administers/oversees qualification exams and ongoing qualification maintenance.
Assist in the interpretation and evaluation of welding requirements (specs codes standards procedures etc.) to assist in various business needs (such bid reviews) and supports production/operations teams with technical guidance.

Additionally this role serves in various Quality Management capacities to include:

Assist in the performance of and/or management of various internal and external weld and brazing audits and in-process surveillances conducts inspections attends checkpoints writes/documents required reports and test and inspection plans.
Creates reviews revises qualifies Weld/Braze/PCP procedures (or solicits third party companies for the same) and maintains adequate retention/documentation.
Executes PQR development to include planning setup and execution of testing of material.
Reviews technical specifications and contract requirements during Work Package reviews and QA WorkBook development to provide guidance for Welding/Brazing technical requirements PCP development test and inspection plans and qualification needs.

Team Support and Management Responsibilities include:

Works in tandem with other Quality department members to manage relevant procedures in the Quality Management System.
May act as a Company representative/liaison with internal teams customers vendors regulators etc. on matters related to their area of responsibility.
Tracks reports and presents to stakeholders on the weld programs key metrics performance indicators trends audit results corrective actions etc. on matters related to their area of responsibility.
May serves as a primary liaison between Colonnas Shipyard and the customer to include government representatives to answer and investigate discrepancies concerns or issues and ensure execution of corrective actions and compliance with customer specifications relative to the weld program on matters related to their area of responsibility.
Assist in collaborating with executive leadership management and employees at all levels across the enterprise to build/maintain a strong weld program and sound working relationships.
Position may also perform other relevant duties as identified and directed by senior management.

Required Qualifications:

Ten (10) years of collective experience in progressive roles supporting welding weld quality or other related positions in ship repair and/or industrial fabrication settings. Experience must include prior inspection of structural steel fabrications and knowledge/experience in selection/application of welding consumables and equipment (for various material combinations).
Knowledge/command of standard welding codes and requirements Examples may include but not limited to Tech-Pub 248 ABS Classification Rules ASME AWS D1.1 and D1.5 ASME codes for welding requirements etc.
Must have at least 2 years of experience performing and/or overseeing NDT inspections/program.
Must attain Level III certification in NDT disciplines they oversee or as directed.
Demonstrated knowledge of welding processes Examples include but not limited to SMAW GTAW GMAW SAW etc.
Must have the ability to recertify NDTs for VT MT PT and UTT qualifications in 30 days in at least one area. Any additional certifications is a plus.
Exceptional interpersonal negotiation collaboration leadership and communication skills (both written and verbal) to yield influence and build successful relationships.
Strong administrator with well-developed organizational time management prioritization multitasking capabilities with proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office products analytical tools database management etc.).
Ability to communicate with others to exchange information.
Must be able to obtain/maintain access credentials to worksites including government installations military bases and customer sites.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree (such as Welding Engineering or related field) and/or Registered Apprenticeship preferred.
NDT Level III CWI and/or CWE qualifications strongly desired.
Previous managerial/leadership roles to include oversight of personnel preferred.

Travel Requirements:

Occasional Travel: 15% or less.

Security Requirements:

Must be able to access Government facilities and be DBIDS eligible.
Position requires US Citizenship.

Physical Requirements:

Remaining in a stationary position often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
Remain in a stationary position could be standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
Ability to sit and work on a computer for long periods.
Moving about accomplishing tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Must be physically agile to perform tasks on naval ships and in industrial/fabrication environments. Able to work on and climb ladders work in extreme temperature environments aboard ships in shipyards under industrial conditions and in confined spaces including enter and moving through manholes.
Performs other duties as required which may involve high heat humidity noise and dirty conditions working aloft or over the sides of vessels.
Frequent exposure to noise due to machinery and equipment.
While performing the duties of this job you may frequently be required to stand walk and sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and hear. Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms climb and balance stoop squat kneel twist and crawl.

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: $115085 - $155704

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)

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