Level III NDT Test Examiner

Overview

We’re seeking a skilled NDT professional to play a key role in overseeing nondestructive testing (NDT) activities across Electric Boat facilities. In this position, you’ll serve as a trusted technical resource—conducting evaluations, offering guidance, and applying expertise across multiple NDT methods including magnetic particle (MT), liquid penetrant (PT), visual (VT), radiographic (RT), and ultrasonic testing (UT).

 

You’ll have a direct impact on the quality and reliability of critical work by performing program evaluations and audits, witnessing re‑inspections, monitoring NDT program administration, reviewing training and onboarding practices, and assessing the overall performance and health of each NDT program.

 

Additional responsibilities include:

• Performing reviews and surveillances to ensure alignment with fabrication, welding, and NAVSEA NDT specifications
• Maintaining and enhancing company standards, procedures, and best practices for NDT
• Providing technical guidance to support manufacturing operations and resolve issues
• Collaborating across a wide range of EB departments and external partners including Engineering, Supplier Quality, Quality Assurance Engineering, Purchasing, Operations, program offices, Newport News Shipbuilding, SUPSHIP Groton, and NAVSEA
• Preparing clear, detailed technical reports documenting oversight findings, investigations, and research efforts

The selected candidate will be expected to obtain Level III certification within one year, supported by our team and resources.

 

Qualifications

Required:

• High-school diploma or GED with appropriate related NDT certification(s) or experience
• Certified Level II in at least MT, PT and VT in accordance with ASNT SNT-TC-1A/ NAS-410/ EN-4179/NSTR-99 with a minimum of four (4) years of experience performing hands on NDT inspections

OR

• Current or previously held Level III certifications in at least MT, PT and VT in accordance with ASNT SNT-TC-1A/NAS-410/EN-4179/ NAVSEA 250-1500-01 with minimum of three (3) years’ experience functioning as a Level III (if two of the three methods are achieved, ability to certify in the last method is acceptable)
• Applicants must provide documented evidence of classroom training, OJT hours, and certification records in support of qualification and experience
• Ability to pass and maintain Level III Certification within One (1) year of hire

Preferred:

 

• For internal Electric Boat employees: EB shipyard NDT experience
• Presently or previously certified in multiple NDT methods as a Level II or III.
• A background in engineering or engineering support
• Experience in Quality in an industrial environment, shipbuilding or other heavy fabrication
• Familiarity with Military specifications (T9074-AS-GIB-010/271 and NAVSEA 250-1500-1)
• Current Level III certification in MT, PT, VT and RT or UT as T9074-AS-GIB-010/271 (ASNT NDT Level III) or NAVSEA 250-1500-01 Examiner.
• Hands on experience with:
• Dry Magnetic Particle Testing using Yoke and Prod Techniques.
• Wet Fluorescent Magnetic Particle Testing on a Bench unit
• Solvent Removable (Type II, Method C)
• Water Washable (Type II, Method A)

Skills

• Applicant should have the interpersonal and communication skills necessary to investigate problems by effectively asking questions, extracting necessary data from available sources, and working with others to determine root causes and implement appropriate solutions
• Applicant must be able to read, write, and interpret specifications, procedures, reports, and other documents
• Applicant must have the ability to understand basic principles of multiple NDT methods and applications to determine weld and base metal performance
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required to ensure effective interface with a variety of organizations
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills in order to evaluate situations make recommendations and take prompt and effective action.
• Basic computer skills, including use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point (or equivalent

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Hot, Inside, Noise