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Non-Destructive Technician Level III

NDT Technician III

Exempt

Modules - Newport News

Requisition ID: 1623

Position Summary

This position requires extensive practical and technical knowledge of multiple NDT test methods and associated specification requirements. The NDT Level III serves as Trident’s Responsible Level III (RLIII), Corporate NDT Technical Authority, and Supplier NDT Oversight Lead.

This individual ensures compliance with Trident’s Quality Management System (QMS), Trident-approved welding procedures (WPS/PQR), and Trident-approved NDT procedures while satisfying applicable NAVSEA contractual requirements.

Required working knowledge of NAVSEA Technical Publication 1688 and 1689.

Certified methods oversight includes: VT, MT, UT, PT, RT.

Travel Requirement: 10–15% annually to support supplier surveillance, Navy interface, certification testing, and compliance audits.

Core Responsibilities – Corporate Authority

• Serve as Responsible Level III under Trident Written Practice.
• Approve NDT procedures and workmanship standards.
• Interface with Navy customers, SOS, and NAVSEA Technical Warrant Holders.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Core Responsibilities – Certification Governance

• Train, examine, and certify NDT personnel.
• Develop and administer general, specific, and practical examinations.
• Verify documented OJT hours.
• Approve, suspend, decertify, retrain, or re-test personnel as necessary.
• Maintain traceable certification records.

Core Responsibilities – Supplier NDT Oversight (Critical Function)

• Verify supplier compliance with Trident-approved welding procedures.
• Ensure supplier NDT activities conform to Trident-approved NDT procedures.
• Conduct site monitoring and surveillance against Trident QMS requirements.
• Perform product re-inspection when required.
• Analyze workmanship trends and reject rates.
• Compile technical reports related to supplier adherence to Trident requirements.

Welding Program Integration

• Support development and governance of Trident welding procedures.
• Ensure NDT integration within WPS/PQR processes.
• Support welder qualification and requalification events.
• Provide technical interpretation during weld inspection disputes.

Required Qualifications

• Certified Nondestructive Test Examiner (ASNT Level III or NAVSEA 250-1500-1 Test Examiner).
• Minimum 6 years relevant inspection/test/quality experience.
• Documented experience hours per certification requirements.
• Direct working experience with NAVSEA 1688 & 1689.
• Experience enforcing company-owned QMS and welding procedures in supplier environments.
• Ability to travel 10–15% annually.

Category: Non Destructive Technician

Information
NOTE: The following description is a GENERAL Overview of this career and not a description of a particular job posting.

The main function of a Non-Destructive Testing Technician is to test the safety of structures, vehicles, or vessels using x-ray, ultrasound, fiber optic or related equipment. An NDT would use visual, penetrant, magnetic particle, ultrasonic, x-ray, eddy current testing, or other non-destructive methods to inspect a structure or part (for instance, a sample weld) to ensure it meets specific standards or specifications. These tests are performed without damaging the structure or part, and are done to ensure that the tested area contains no defects that would prevent the sample weld, structure or part from performing as expected or failing outright.

Tools used to perform these tests include oscilloscopes, radiation detectors, remote reading thermometers, voltage meters, and x-ray or radiography equipment. A career in Non-Destructive Testing would require knowledge of the practical application of engineering, science, and technology, and may require previous experience with analytical, scientific, and computer aided design software.

Education
Most Non-Destructive Technician careers require a high school diploma, as well as training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, and/or an associate's degree.

Qualifications
Non-Destructive Testing careers typically require the ability to:
- Obtain (and/or re-certify) a visual, penetrant, and magnetic particle testing certification
- Obtain security clearance and military contractor badge
- Pass a drug test
- Be reliable and punctual

Previous experience, particularly with necessary career-related tools and software, is often required.