Quick Summary
How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering.BAE Systems is seeking a Quality Inspector IV to support at its San Diego shipyard site.In this role as a Quality Inspector,
How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering.
BAE Systems is seeking a Quality Inspector IV to support at its San Diego shipyard site.
In this role as a Quality Inspector, you will:
Use predetermined methods, operations, setups and prescribed specifications to visually inspect in-process and completed products such as electronic units and subsystems, precision electromechanical assemblies or mechanical units, subassemblies, structural flaws, internal defects, and missing welds.
Use various measuring devices and testing equipment.
Work from blueprints, diagrams, dial indicators, preset micrometers, scales, fixtures, customer, regulatory and BAE specifications, drawing or inspection instructions and checklists.
Accept, reject, or rework defective or malfunctioning units or systems.
On occasion, monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
Perform line clearances after each lot to ensure all materials from the previous lot have been removed.
Typically requires a High School diploma and three years shipboard experience in Quality Assurance, or the overall equivalent.
NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector (NBPI), or related / equivalent certification / experience.
Ability to work within a shipyard environment including heights, confined spaces, using ladders, boarding and traversing ships.
Effective communication skills, verbal and written.
Basic computer skills to include MS Suite and industry specific software applications.
Nice to Have
~1 min readNBPI certification
NACE certification
NDT certification
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
What We Offer
~2 min readIntern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- Posted
- September 23, 2026
- First seen
- September 27, 2026
- Last seen
- September 27, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- -1
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 49%
- Scored at
- September 27, 2026
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