Quality Control Inspector - J.D. Irving, Halifax

Role overview

Step into a critical role where precision meets purpose. As a Combat and Electrical Systems Quality Control Inspector with J.D. Irving, you will be the driving force behind ensuring cutting-edge combat systems are built right the first time, meeting the highest standards of safety, performance, and compliance. Your work directly supports mission-ready outcomes, backed by rigorous ISO standards, real-time monitoring, and decisive action through NCRs and CARs when needed. This is more than inspection, it is about owning quality, influencing excellence, and playing a vital role in delivering world-class naval capability as part of Irving Shipbuilding in Halifax.

What you'll do

• Conduct thorough inspections of all work to ensure compliance with specification and applicable hold points.
• Liaise with customer and internal teams to verify satisfaction and secure sign off for project milestones and final acceptance.
• Evaluate specifications and 1379s to identify and incorporate necessary hold points into the production process.
• Verify activities progressed as complete by production in the 98% report.
• Perform routine shipboard inspections to ensure all areas are free from potential hazards, water ingress and housekeeping standards are consistently upheld.
• Prepare NCRs and CARs to address any deviation from quality standards.
• Complete all documentation required for turnover to the customer in alignment with the ITP.

Qualifications

• Red Seal trade certification, in associated trade (welding, pipe fitting, electrical, electronics, machining, mechanical) or equivalent experience.
• CWB, NACE training considered an asset.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience required.
• Previous experience or training in combat systems onboard a naval vessel considered an asset.
• Inspection experience in a shipbuilding setting considered an asset.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite and SharePoint required.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations.