Ship Checker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description : National Planning Activity (NPA), Execution Division, responsible for conducting ship checks onboard Navy Vessels of work notifications delivered to QED’s NPA Department in support of Planners work item development. A ship check consists of examining the affected equipment, system piping, and ship’s structure to accurately estimate the amount of consumable materials that will be required. After the ship check, reports that contain ship check data including sketches, photographs, lead code / follow code memos, and reference drawings will be entered into the Navy Maintenance Database (NMD) by the Ship Checker. The Planner / Estimator function is recognized as the prime function of the NPA, and ultimately Ship Checkers will aspire to this role after developing the requisite experience. All other duties as assigned.

Job Duties :

• Using applicable drawings and references, conduct ship checks onboard Navy vessels in direct support of the Planners to validate the work notification, determine the scope of repair, and provide the Planner with amplifying information to aid in work item development.
• Identify interferences and any other special circumstances that will impact the planning process and work item development.
• Document the ship checks with detailed information and photographs on the approved ship check forms in PDF format that can be used in the work item development and uploaded into NMD by the Planners.

Job Requirements / Skillsets :

Education : Individual shall possess a High school diploma or GED. Candidate should have at least two (2) years of education in a technical / vocational school, apprentice training, U.S. Navy or equivalent. Associates Degree or higher is preferred.

Security Clearance / Naval Facility Access : This position requires U.S. citizenship and will be subject to a security investigation, must meet the eligibility requirements to obtain, and maintain a SECRET Clearance issues by the US Government. Candidate should currently possess or be able to obtain a Government Security Clearance. In addition, to the security clearance, this position may require an additional background screening for bas access. Must have or be able to obtain a valid US Passport.

Benefits : Q.E.D. offers competitive benefits such as : Paid Leave, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short / Long Term Disability, 401(k) retirement plan, Basic Life Insurance, supplemental insurances, and Employee Assistance Program.

EOE, Including Disability / Vets : Q.E.D is an Equal Opportunity Employer.