ATDM Nondestructive Testing Instructor - 3rd Shift

About the role

This position requires eligibility to access controlled unclassified information (CUI) and export controlled data, and candidates must meet applicable federal requirements, including U.S. person status where required. The role is onsite in Danville, VA.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom, laboratory, and hands‑on instruction in NDT methods.
• Advise and mentor students throughout the training program.
• Prepare, set up, maintain, and tear down laboratory environments and equipment.
• Monitor and manage training materials, supplies, and consumables.
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback.
• Support curriculum development and continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain program documentation and training records.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and instructional best practices.
• Collaborate with colleagues and industry partners to enhance program outcomes.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Travel as needed to support program objectives.

Instructional content includes Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), and Visual & Optical Testing (VT).

Qualifications

Required qualifications (one of the following):

• Current ASNT Level II certification in one or more of RT, UT, MT, PT, or VT (per ANSI/ASNT CP‑189, paragraph 4.4.1.1);
• Associate’s degree in Science, Engineering, NDT, or a related field and a minimum of five (5) years of experience as an NDT Level II (or equivalent) in one or more NDT methods including RT, UT, MT, PT, or VT (per ANSI/ASNT CP‑189, paragraph 4.4.1.3);
• High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of ten (10) years of experience as an NDT Level II (or equivalent) in the NDT method(s) to be taught (per ANSI/ASNT CP‑189, paragraph 4.4.1.4);
• NAS 410 Level II certification in the NDT method(s) to be taught.

Preferred qualifications:

• NAVSEA equivalency per T9074‑AS‑GIB‑010/27;
• Experience delivering technical training or instruction in NDT or a related field;
• Experience supporting the submarine industrial base;
• Familiarity with NAVSEA technical publications and defense manufacturing requirements;
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential;
• Experience performing NDT inspections of welded assemblies;
• Strong communication, organizational, and student engagement skills;
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative training environment.

Essential physical requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while instructing and supervising laboratory activities;
• Ability to lift, move, and transport training materials and equipment;
• Ability to safely operate laboratory and instructional equipment;
• Manual dexterity sufficient to demonstrate and perform NDT techniques;
• Ability to work in classroom, laboratory, and industrial training environments;
• Ability to travel occasionally as required.

Skills

Strong communication, organizational, and student engagement skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) with employer match;
• Generous time off, including vacation, paid sick leave, and paid family leave after one year;
• Paid holidays, including a two‑week paid winter break;
• Anthem PPO and HSA health plans, with excellent dental options.

Pay

The pay range starts at $77,611 and could be higher based on NDT certification level. Compensation includes a shift differential based on assigned instructional hours.

Schedule

Shift assignments are determined by business needs at the time of hire, performance, and tenure. This position requires flexibility to work any shift as program needs evolve.

• First shift: classes begin at 7:00 a.m.;
• Second