Navy
ENGINEERING
NEC

NEC

864A

Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV) Inspector

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Description

Identifies qualifications, skills and knowledge required to perform the duties and/or functions of an INSURV Inspector. Inspectors are required to remain current in their respective specialty area by keeping pace with technological advancements, new initiatives and by attending or participating in additional technical training briefings.

Core Skills

  • technical inspection
  • shipboard system evaluation
  • maintenance standard interpretation
  • deficiency documentation
  • corrective action verification
  • quality assurance
  • technical report writing
  • regulatory compliance
  • equipment readiness assessment

Common Certifications

  • AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
  • ASNT NDT Level II Certification
  • AMPP Coating Inspector Program Level 1
  • Certified Quality Inspector (CQI)
  • Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
  • API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector

Civilian Career Paths

  • MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
  • CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
  • FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • Certified Quality Inspector (CQI)
  • OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
  • ASNT NDT Level I Training
  • AMPP Coating Inspector Program Level 1

Career Growth

  • AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
  • Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
  • ASNT NDT Level II Certification
  • API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector

Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.