NDT Level III Inspector

Keel•Meggett, SC

About The Position

The NDT Level III Inspector serves as the organization’s technical authority for nondestructive testing programs. The role develops, qualifies, and oversees NDT programs to ensure the integrity, safety, and compliance of materials, components, and structures. It provides technical authority across multiple NDT methods, establishes inspection procedures, interprets codes and standards, certifies personnel, and ensures inspections meet regulatory, customer, and industry requirements. The Level III Inspector is a subject matter expert who supports quality assurance, failure investigations, and continuous improvement across Keel. This position requires advanced technical knowledge in nondestructive testing, customarily acquired through extensive specialized training, certification, and progressive professional experience. Occasional travel between facilities may be required as business needs dictate.

Requirements

Advanced technical knowledge in nondestructive testing, customarily acquired through extensive specialized training, certification, and progressive professional experience.
High school diploma or equivalent and at least 4 years of related experience preferred.
Current ASNT NDT Level III certification in at least one of the following methods: VT, MT, PT, or UT.
Experience with Mil-Std 1688, Mil-Std 1689, Mil-Std 271, and Mil-Std 2035.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and understand codes, specifications, sketches, and technical manuals.
Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

Nice To Haves

Multiple ASNT NDT Level III method certifications.
CWI certification.
Knowledge of welding, materials, and codes/specifications.
General familiarity with other commonly used NDT methods, demonstrated by the ASNT Level III Basic examination or other means.

Responsibilities

Conduct validation, audit, and verification inspections to evaluate the effectiveness, accuracy, and compliance of NDT inspection systems and personnel.
Establish NDT techniques and inspection parameters, interpret codes, standards, specifications, and procedures, and designate the test methods, techniques, and procedures to be used.
Apply practical knowledge of acceptance criteria where no criteria are otherwise available.
Interpret and evaluate NDT results to determine acceptance or rejection of materials and components.
Establish NDT technique parameters and inspection limitations.
Provide and/or approve training, including instructors, for Level I and Level II personnel seeking certification.
Audit NDT processes, procedures, and personnel for compliance and effectiveness.
On occasion, perform inspections, checks, and tests for quality control during product manufacture.
Perform other related duties as assigned.