Ships Electrical Systems Inspection Leader
Department of the Navy
Summary
You will serve as a SHIPS ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS INSPECTION LEADER in the the Non-Nuclear Inspections Branch (Code 133.1), in the Non-Nuclear Inspection Division (Code 133), of the Quality Assurance Office (Code 130) of NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD.
Duties
- You will conduct pre-test/final inspection after system/component installations are complete.
- You will determine and assemble pertinent information and materials necessary to effectively accomplish planning, scheduling, inspection and reporting required in the performance of the inspector’s duties.
- You will provide on the job training and mentoring to junior inspectors.
Required Documents
Prepare the documents below before applying. Always confirm the exact requirements on the official announcement, since they vary by position:
- You are required to provide documentation that supports the eligibility and qualification claims made in your resume and assessment questionnaire.
- You must submit the applicable documents listed here and those listed with the eligibilities you select in the announcement questionnaire with your application package.
- Applicants who do not provide supporting documentation that fully support their claims will not be referred to the hiring manager.
- Cover letter is optional.
- A complete resume is required.
- Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages.
- Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered.
- Your resume must show relevant experience, job title, duties and accomplishments.
- Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications.
- The following information should be provided in your resume: employer's name, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week if experience was less than full time (35-40 hours per week), and pay plan, series and grade level (e.g.
About this role
The Ships Electrical Systems Inspection Leader position with the Department of the Navy is based in Naval Shipyard, Portsmouth, Virginia. You will serve as a SHIPS ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS INSPECTION LEADER in the the Non-Nuclear Inspections Branch (Code 133.1), in the Non-Nuclear Inspection Division (Code 133), of the Quality Assurance Office (Code 130) of NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD. The role pays $41.53 to $48.45 per hour.
Day to day, the work involves the core duties of the Ships Electrical Systems Inspection Leader role as detailed in the announcement below. The full list of duties, conditions, and required documents appears in the official announcement linked on this page.
Who should apply
Review the announcement's Qualifications section closely, since it defines exactly what federal service experience this Ships Electrical Systems Inspection Leader position requires. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this Ships Electrical Systems Inspection Leader position with the Department of the Navy in Naval Shipyard, Portsmouth, Virginia, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.
How competitive it is
The posted pay of $41.53 to $48.45 per hour places this in a competitive but attainable range for qualified applicants. Based in Naval Shipyard, Portsmouth, Virginia, it competes within that local market, which can mean lighter competition than major metropolitan postings. The announcement closes on June 29, 2026, and federal postings can close early once enough applications arrive, so applying promptly is wise.
This overview is general guidance from Job Army to help you understand the role. Always read the official announcement for exact duties, qualifications, and requirements before applying.