(DoD Skillbridge) – Non Destructive Test Technician 2 / 3

Northrop Grumman

85d • $47,000 - $78,300

About The Position

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation’s military personnel make the transition to civilian careers. Approximately 1/4th of Northrop Grumman’s 90,000 employees self-identifies as veterans, and more than 1,600 are reservists. The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. NG-MIP is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience for Non Destructive Test Tech 2.
• High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience for Non Destructive Test Tech 3.
• Current Level 2 certification in radiographic inspection (RT) with a minimum of documented 5 years of aerospace experience in a quality organization utilizing a Level 2 OR Current Level 2 certification in any of the following methods: ultrasound (UT), eddy current (ET), dye penetrant (PT), magnetic particles (MT), leak testing (LT).
• Ability to provide certification and experience records per NAS 410 is required.
• Must pass the 20/25 Snellen or Jaeger No. 1 vision test for NAS 410 certification.
• Advanced PC skills including proficiency with MS Office products, and electronic planning and drawings.
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills in English.
• Experience with specification and drawing interpretations.
• Familiarity with basic dimensional inspection equipment/ hand tools.
• Perform physical requirements of this position including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality, ability to work over time, and other shifts as required.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen able to obtain Employee Possessor designation from the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms.
• Should be able to kneel, bend, and crouch frequently and for extended periods comfortably.

Nice To Haves

• Active Secret Clearance or ability to obtain Secret Clearance.
• Background in NDT of Aerospace products.
• 5+ years of documented hours as an NDT Level 2 inspector in at least two NDT methods; in order of preference: Radiography (RT), Ultrasound (UT), Eddy Current (ET), Dye Penetrant (PT), Magnetic Particle (MT).

Responsibilities

• Perform non-destructive tests (NDT) on components.
• Inspect metallic and nonmetallic materials, parts and assemblies for defects using automated and manual methods and techniques including radiography, ultrasound, penetrant, eddy current, laser shearography, and magnetic particle.
• Support of other NDT methods including Magnetic Particle (MT), Dye Penetrant (PT), Eddy Current (ET), Infrared Thermography (IRT), and/or Leak Testing (LT).
• Handle and move energetic and non-energetic parts and components to perform inspections.
• Interface with other sources; i.e., functional areas, customers, source personnel and government representatives for acceptance of hardware at required inspection points.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED