Ships Systems Inspector Supervisor I

You will serve as a SHIPS SYSTEMS INSPECTOR SUPERVISOR I in the Non-Nuclear Inspection Branch (Code 133.1) in the Non-Nuclear Division (Code 133), of the Quality Assurance Office (Code 130), of NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD.Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below.

This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO LEAD OR SUPERVISE

• Ability to possess knowledge of naval shipyard repair and overhaul specifications of SUBSAFE, ReEntry, Level One, QA forms, Surveillances, Controlled Assembly, nuclear interface, and non-nuclear systems.
• Ability to serve as the Primary QA representative assigned to the project team to supervise, direct, and coordinate inspection operations for mechanical, electrical, and/or structural inspectors and leaders to determine SUBSAFE, Level One, and nuclear interface work and ensure appropriate controls are carried out as required to perform inspections.
• Ability to coordinate non-nuclear inspection services with the project team, multiple zone managers, and General Foreman II for work aboard ships and in-shop to efficiently and effectively utilize inspection resources.
• Ability to determine the numbers and types of inspectors needed to accomplish assigned work.
• Ability to manage these resources to meet changing needs and emergent work.
• Ability to support Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and communicate support of these policies to subordinates.

Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at:

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.