Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Examiner - Philadelphia, PA

Overview*This job is located at the Philadelphia, PA location.* The successful candidate will contribute to oversight of nondestructive (NDT) being conducted at specific Electric Boat suppliers and distributed manufacturing facilities.

This position will provide technical evaluation, guidance, and expertise in various NDT methods such as magnetic particle testing [MT], liquid penetrant testing [PT], visual testing [VT], and ultrasonic testing [UT]). Primary responsibilities are supplier on-site evaluations and audits, witnessing re-inspections, monitoring supplier NDT program administration, reviewing supplier NDT training and onboarding programs, and evaluating the overall health of each strategic sourcing supplier NDT program.

Additional responsibilities will include:\nReview, administer, and perform surveillances to ensure compliance with fabrication, welding, and NAVSEA NDT specifications.\nMaintain company standards, procedures, best practices, and process improvements in the field on NDT.\nProviding technical guidance and expertise with respect to manufacturing support and problem resolution.\nInteract 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.\nPreparing technical reports as result of findings during oversight, research and development, and problem resolution investigations.\n\nSelected candidate will be expected to pass Level III certifications within 1 year of employment.

Travel is estimated to be 30% per work year.QualificationsRequired:High-school diploma or GED with appropriate related NDT certification(s) or experience\nCertified 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\nOR\nCurrent 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)\nApplicants must provide documented evidence of classroom training, OJT hours, and certification records in support of qualification and experience\nAbility to pass and maintain Level III Certification within One (1) year of hire\n\nPreferred:\nFor internal Electric Boat employees: EB shipyard NDT experience\nPresently or previously certified in multiple NDT methods as a Level II or III.\nA background in engineering or engineering support\nExperience in Quality in an industrial environment, shipbuilding or other heavy fabrication\nFamiliarity with Military specifications (T9074-AS-GIB-010/271 and NAVSEA 250-1500-1)\nCurrent 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.\nHands on experience with:\nDry Magnetic Particle Testing using Yoke and Prod Techniques.\nWet Fluorescent Magnetic Particle Testing on a Bench unit\nSolvent Removable (Type II, Method C)\nWater Washable (Type II, Method A)\n\n\n\nSkills\nApplicant must be able to read, write, and interpret specifications, procedures, reports, and other documents\nStrong written and verbal communication skills are required to ensure effective interface with a variety of organizations.\nStrong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills in order to evaluate situations, make recommendations, and take prompt and effective action.\nBasic computer skills, including use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point (or equivalent).\nAbility to serve as project lead or technical expert while witnessing inspections.\nApplicant must have the ability to understand basic principles of multiple NDT methods and applications to determine weld and base metal performance.

\nApplicant 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.\n Physical QualificationsClimbing, Kneeling