Vision Point Systems

Overview

Vision Point Systems, Inc. is seeking an experienced Structural Engineering Technician with at least five years of experience supporting U.S. Navy ship structures. The successful candidate will support structural condition assessments, nondestructive testing (NDT), and repair planning for Navy ships.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and document the condition of hull plating, decks, bulkheads, stiffeners, frames, foundations, tanks, voids, and other ship structures.
• Identify and document corrosion, pitting, metal loss, cracking, deformation, weld discontinuities, and deterioration affecting structural condition.
• Perform assigned NDT within the limits of current method-specific qualification and certification, using approved procedures and applicable acceptance criteria.
• Collect ultrasonic thickness measurements and prepare thickness maps, inspection sketches, photographs, and traceable records of structural deficiencies.
• Read ship structural drawings, weld symbols, scantlings, repair details, and technical specifications; verify installed conditions against drawings.
• Assist engineers with structural evaluations, repair scopes, inspection plans, and recommendations for follow-up testing or corrective action.
• Prepare clear inspection reports, technical summaries, and client briefings; promptly elevate significant findings to the responsible engineer and Navy client.
• Coordinate access, inspection schedules, and work priorities with Navy personnel, ship's force, shipyards, and maintenance organizations.
• Maintain inspection equipment, calibration records, test data, and document revision control; follow shipboard and shipyard safety requirements.

Requirements

• Associate degree + 2 years experience in Structural Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Marine Engineering Technology, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of five years of directly relevant experience evaluating, inspecting, maintaining, or repairing U.S. Navy ship structures.
• Working knowledge of steel and aluminum ship construction, structural members, welding, corrosion mechanisms, and common structural damage.
• Experience interpreting Navy ship drawings and specifications and producing accurate inspection records and technical reports.
• Documented NDT training applicable to ship structures, including core methods.
• Ability to communicate professionally and work directly with the Navy client while coordinating technical issues with the company's engineering team.
• Ability to travel 50% of the time and work on site in Philadelphia Navy offices when not traveling.
• Ability to access shipboard spaces, climb ladders, and work in tanks, voids, and other confined spaces when authorized.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance. Requires US Citizenship.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k

Additional Information

• Full-time employees qualify for a generous benefits package.
• This position requires 50% travel to support shipboard assessments, shipyard activities, and client requirements.