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VT Level II Quality Inspector: Visual Weld Inspection (3rd Shift)

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
York, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/21/2026

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.

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.

Position supports Sunday-Thursday, 3rd Shift 10:00pm - 6:00am.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • 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.


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • 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.


Pay Information
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will determine your wages.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well-being. Benefits for Union employees are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), so your benefits may differ from those described here. Generally, employees 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, which may include 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.


About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

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