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YRK USW Qual Inspector Visual
Job Description: The BAE Systems site in York, Pennsylvania supporting Combat Mission Systems is seeking an experienced VT Level II Quality Inspector: Visual Weld Inspection for the 3rd Shift. (See shift hour notes below.)
In this role as a VT Level II Quality Inspector: Visual Weld Inspection, you will perform quality audits for conformance to drawings/specification on large structures, weldments, assemblies, and individual components, manufactured internally or procured from suppliers. Verifications include but are not limited to: visual weld and dimensional inspection, color conformance, plating, paint quality, damage, completeness of assemblies/ weldments and kits, etc. Verifications may be visual or tactile and may require use of standard precision measuring equipment. You will be responsible in determining appropriate accept/reject dispositions and document results within required BAE Systems repositories.
As a VT Level II Quality Inspector: Visual Weld Inspection, you will have previous certifications in accordance with the requirements of SNT-TC-1A and having met the minimum requirements for documented classroom training.
Hourly rate per the CBA for the QIVI position, effective September 20, 2026, is $35.59 with a shift differential of $1.25.
Position supports Sunday-Thursday, 3rd Shift 10:00pm - 6:00am. The shift is 8 hours with two 10 minute breaks and a 20 minute paid lunch.
Required Skills and Education: • Typically requires a High School diploma or the overall equivalent. • Have held a VT Level II certification per SNT-TC-1A or equivalent. • Documented Visual Inspection experience hours in welding / fabrication. • Documented Visual Inspection classroom training for Level II VT per SNT-TC-1A or equivalent. • Ability to read and comprehend technical documents (i.e. drawings, specifications). • Capable of interpreting dimensional drawing requirements, weld symbols, and understanding Process Work Instruction (PWI) requirements. • Capable of performing dimensional and Visual Weld inspections. • Understands and can use the imperial measurement and the metric system, conversions, fractions and decimal equivalents. • Basic computer literacy to include data entry skills and familiarity with standard MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook). • Physically able to access vehicles in order to obtain inspection data. This includes both fitness to climb in and around vehicles and regularly required vision screening for compliance with maintaining VT certification. May require bending, stooping, crawling, reaching, awkward positioning and lifting up to 40 lbs, unassisted. • Must have the ability to pass BAE System's VT Level Il examination. • Able to support on the 3rd Shift.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting: BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
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.
Preferred Skills and Education: • Weld inspection tools and gauges such as weld fillet gauges, V-Wac gauges. • Standard measuring equipment such as 6” rule, tape measure and combination squares. • Precision measurement equipment such as calipers (both vernier and digital), height gauges, surface plates, protractors, gauge blocks/pins, micrometers, depth gauges, thread gauges, plain plugs and ring. • gauges, profilometers, graduated and digital measuring device. • Material handling equipment such as jacks, hand trucks, jib cranes, etc.
Benefits Information: Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Intern 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).