Demonstrated experience in performing and interpreting results from one or more NDI techniques through academic research, laboratory coursework, or professional work, including but not limited to: radiographic testing (RT), ultrasonic testing (UT), eddy current testing (ET), infrared thermography (IRT), and/or visual inspection methods. D. degree from an accredited college/university program in Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline with research focus on nondestructive evaluation or materials characterization (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months).