NDE Engineer Level III (NAS 410 Certified)

Job Title: NDT Level III Test Examiner (ASNT / NAVSEA)

Job Summary

The NDT Level III Test Examiner is responsible for training, examining, certifying, and monitoring nondestructive testing (NDT) personnel to ensure compliance with company, contractual, and regulatory requirements. This role provides technical oversight of NDT programs, approves procedures and workmanship standards, and ensures the integrity and effectiveness of inspection operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Train, examine, certify, decertify, and recertify NDT personnel in accordance with applicable standards

• Develop and administer NDT personnel training and certification programs

• Approve NDT procedures, specifications, and workmanship standards

• Provide technical support and resolve complex NDT issues

• Interpret and apply applicable specifications, codes, and contractual requirements

• Conduct site monitoring and surveillance of NDT personnel and operations

• Perform required weld inspections and nondestructive testing including UT, MT, PT, visual, dimensional, and load testing

• Review engineering and inspection documentation for compliance

• Compile and prepare technical reports addressing reject rates, workmanship trends, and methodology impacts

• Participate in product re-inspection and quality improvement initiatives

• Provide counseling and corrective guidance regarding examination performance

Required Qualifications

• Certified Nondestructive Test Examiner (ASNT Level III or NAVSEA 250-1500-1 Test Examiner)

• UT certification with documented hours and supporting records

• Minimum 2 years of relevant inspection experience as a certified examiner

• Bachelor's degree in science or engineering plus 2 years of inspection experience

OR

5+ years of NDT technical experience (shipbuilding preferred) demonstrating equivalent theoretical and applied knowledge

• Demonstrated knowledge of NDT techniques including UT, MT, PT, and visual inspection

• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior Military experience (HT-4944 VT, MT, PT, UT Inspector)

• Shipbuilding or heavy industrial inspection background

• Experience evaluating reject rates and performing root cause analysis

• Experience conducting audits and compliance surveillance

Safety & Compliance Requirements

Candidates must meet OSHA training and medical clearance requirements including:

• Confined Space Entry (29 CFR 1915 Subpart B)

• Hazard Communication (29 CFR 1915.1200 / 1910.1200)

• Respirator Training & Medical Clearance (29 CFR 1910.134) - MSA Comfo Classic and MSA Ultra-Twin

• Fall Protection Training (ANSI Z359.1 compliant systems)

• PPE Training (29 CFR 1915 Subpart I)

• Audiometric Testing (29 CFR 1910.95)

Required PPE - Charleston Location

• MSA Comfo Classic Half/Full Face Respirators

or 3M Speedglas PAPR 9100MP Adflo (H&S approval required)

• 3M DBI Sala ExoFit X100 Harness

• Nano-Lok Edge Twin Leg Self-Retracting Lanyards

• MSA Skull Gard Hard Hat

• Compatible welding shield

• 3M PELTOR Optime 95 Earmuffs (No ear plugs)

• Kleenguard Calico Safety Glasses