Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Examiner – Jacksonville, FL

Location: Jacksonville, FL

About the Role

The successful candidate will contribute to oversight of nondestructive testing (NDT) conducted at Electric Boat suppliers and distributed manufacturing facilities. This position provides technical evaluation, guidance, and expertise in various NDT methods, including magnetic particle testing (MT), liquid penetrant testing (PT), visual testing (VT), and ultrasonic testing (UT).

Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier on-site evaluations and audits.
• Witness re-inspections and monitor supplier NDT program administration.
• Review supplier NDT training and onboarding programs.
• Evaluate the overall health of each strategic sourcing supplier NDT program.
• Review, administer, and perform surveillances to ensure compliance with fabrication, welding, and NAVSEA NDT specifications.
• Maintain company standards, procedures, best practices, and process improvements in the field of NDT.
• Provide technical guidance and expertise for manufacturing support and problem resolution.
• Interact with EB Strategic Sourcing Program Office, suppliers, EB Engineering, EB Supplier Quality, EB Quality Assurance Engineering, EB Purchasing, EB Operations, EB COLUMBIA Program Office, EB VIRGINIA Program Office, Newport News Shipbuilding, SUPSHIP Groton, and NAVSEA as required.
• Prepare technical reports based on findings from oversight, research and development, and problem resolution investigations.
• Expected to pass Level III certifications within one year of employment.

Travel is estimated to be 30% per work year.

Requirements

• 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 five (5) 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 a 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).
• 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 Qualifications

• For internal Electric Boat employees: EB shipyard NDT experience.
• Presently or previously certified in multiple NDT methods as a Level II or III.
• 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

• Ability to read, write, and interpret specifications, procedures, reports, and other documents.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with various organizations.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills to evaluate situations and take prompt action.
• Basic computer skills, including use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint (or equivalent).
• Ability to serve as project lead or technical expert while witnessing inspections.
• Understanding of basic principles of multiple NDT methods and applications to determine weld and base metal performance.
• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to investigate problems by asking questions, extracting data, and working with others to determine root causes and implement solutions.

Physical Qualifications

• Climbing
• Kneeling