Inspector - Philadelphia, PA

Inspector - Philadelphia, PARequisition ID2025-16351LocationUS-PA-PhiladelphiaSeat LocationRhoads Industrial PhiladelphiaTradeQuality ControlShift2ndSecurity Clearance RequiredSecretNumber of Openings4OverviewA challenging and exciting career is waiting for youGeneral 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. u00a0During the ensuing century, Electric Boat has been at the forefront of every innovation in submarine technology. u00a0Today, we are the nation's premier designer and builder of nuclear submarines.We deliver the advantage that protects our sailors, our families and our freedomBenefitsMedical, Dental, VisionPrescription CoverageHealth and Wellness Programs401KCommuter/Van ServicesPaid Vacation and holidaysPaid trainingAdvancement OpportunitiesLearn more at /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. u00a0This 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. u00a0Candidates 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.QualificationsRequired: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. u00a0The 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?ility 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 experienceKnow edge of shipboard assemblies, installations, components, and structuresMetal fabrication experienceMilitary shipbuilding experienceVocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programsRelated military/Navy experienceSkillsAbility 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 level u00a0Physical QualificationsClimbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, TwistingEnvironmental AttributesAcids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, WetJoin our talent pools, get job alerts, and see EB newsWe can recommend jobs specifically for youClick here to get started.General Dynamics Electric Boat is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants withoutregard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, age,protected veteran or disabled status or genetic information.

Created: 2026-03-12