NDE Technician - LI

Astrion•Arnold AFB, TN

1d•$27 - $46

About The Position

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for a Non-Destructive Evaluation Technician, supporting the Test Operations and Sustainment contract at Arnold Engineering Development Complex at Arnold Air Force Base, Tennessee. The NDE Technician will work as a member of an integrated team responsible for operating and maintaining the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts. Open to internal and external candidates. The NDE Technician will play an important role in ensuring the safety and reliability of various materials, components, and structures, and welding fabrication using a variety of techniques to detect flaws, imperfections, or changes in material properties that could lead to failure.

Requirements

High School diploma plus a minimum of two years college or technical training
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret level security clearance and access to the AEDC local area network
Due to Air Force Security requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required for employment at AEDC

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in engineering technology with curriculum in non-destructive testing and evaluation
3 years related NDE experience
Qualified and certifiable as Level I/II in the following NDE methods: Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT-UTT), Radiographic Testing (RT-RAM/X-ray), and Visual Testing (VT) OR Must pass the Level I certification examination for at least 1 NDT method within 6 months of employment
Industrial radiography “Radiation Safety Certification” must be obtained within 24 months of employment
Respirator use certification must be obtained within X time frame.
A strong understanding or interest in materials science, physics, and engineering principles
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word products
Careful attention to detail
Strong problem-solving/troubleshooting skills
Experience reading piping drawings

Responsibilities

Performs and assists in nondestructive testing on piping, pressure vessels, rotating equipment, test hardware, and rocket motors
Utilize various methods to inspect materials and components such as radiographic testing, ultrasonic testing, magnetic particle testing, liquid penetrant testing, eddy current testing, infrared thermography, etc.
Once results are obtained, the technician will interpret the results from the testing process to identify and characterize any flaws or anomalies and document their findings in detailed reports.
Witness and verifies procedural compliance of both hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing of piping systems and pressure vessels
Performs In-Service Inspections (ISI0 of PHMS certified systems, document findings, and assist PHMS engineering in monitoring corrective action
Administers and witness welder performance qualification (WPQ) test
Maintains inventory, proper maintenance, and calibration of lab equipment as needed
Performs NDT in certified methods at geographically separated units
Performs tool box inspections
It is a condition of employment to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy.
Perform other duties as required.