Inspector - Philadelphia, PA

A challenging and exciting career is waiting for you!General Dynamics Electric Boat has a proud history dating back to its incorporation on February 7, 1899, and the delivery of the first practical submarine to the U.S. Navy the following year. During the ensuing century, Electric Boat has been at the forefront of every innovation in submarine technology. Today, we are the nation's premier designer and builder of nuclear submarines.We deliver the advantage that protects our sailors, our families and our freedom!BenefitsMedical, Dental, VisionPrescription CoverageHealth and Wellness Programs401KCommuter/Van ServicesPaid Vacation and holidaysPaid trainingAdvancement OpportunitiesLearn more atgdeb.com/careersThe next step in support of the Virginia Class and Columbia construction process is executing work to Electric Boat paper in the focus factory at a supplier facility. Electric Boat is looking for successful candidates to perform inspection duties throughout the offsite locations, which will 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. Candidates must work in a collaborative environment to meet all company and organizational goals. This position is to be part of the new Imbedded Team in Philadelphia, PA building missile compartment decks, foundation, tanks etc.All successful candidates will be required to maintain a Magnetic Particle certification. Further opportunity for inspection disciplines such as Liquid Penetrant, Pre-Test, Electrical, Mechanical, etc. may be made available once proficiency has been achieved and maintained in Magnetic Particle. Candidates must successfully pass all Mock Audits and oversights to maintain certification.Above all, successful candidates must embody the Electric Boat's Core Values, work safely; be responsible for themselves, their peers, the ship and crew who will operate our vessel. This position will need 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.Relocation package will be offered with position to eligible candidates.This position is located at the Rhoads Industrial facility in Philadelphia, PA.Required:High School Diploma or Equivalent OR 2 plus years of related technical experienceMust be able to obtain & maintain an MT, PT, or ET certificationMust be able to attain a key department qualification/certification within the first six months after starting as a Quality InspectorThe successful candidate must be able to work all shifts, extended week days and weekends, and travel to offsite locations as needed. The shift will need to be flexible at times to support priority work. This is to support the workload for each Focus Factory site (travel could be 1 week to a few months at a time). Travel will be decided by the job and EWA or business travel will be usedTravel expectancy will be 30-40%Ability to work at heights, tightly confined spaces and in extreme weather conditionsAccurate documentation, record keeping, and archiving along with verifying previous status of work for completion is a critical job functionPossess your own basic hand toolsAbility to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the department of defensePreferred:Non-destructive testing experienceInspection/quality assurance experienceMechanical and Electrical experiencePipe hanger installation experienceStructural experienceKnowledge of shipboard assemblies, installations, components, and structuresMetal fabrication experienceMilitary shipbuilding experienceVocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programsRelated military/Navy experienceAbility to interpret technical manuals, shipyard procedures, test documents, blueprints, weld symbols and diagramsBasic mathematical skillsBasic note takingAdaptability to switch from one job to another as business needs dictateAbility to communicate effectively with their management team and peersMust maintain a positive attitude and proactively attend to issues and concernsAttention to detail must be held at an extremely high levelClimbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, TwistingAcids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet

Created: 2026-03-07