NDT Technician I

General Dynamics Corporation; Red Lion (York County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Red Lion, PA, is seeking an NDT Technician I to perform and document non-destructive testing procedures using ultrasound, radiography, and other methods. The role supports equipment setup, calibration, and quality evaluation under close supervision.

The ideal candidate will have or be pursuing vocational/technical training and possess a willingness to learn, with responsibilities including maintaining procedures and training records.

Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Attending a Vocational / Technical School or internal training program OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education & Experience or Skillset; No prior experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Assists with setting up and standardizing equipment, processing parts, interpreting and evaluating for acceptance or rejection, and documenting results.
• Supports the development of specific calibrations and tests.
• Documents results in accordance with the specification.
• Identifies errors and defects in equipment.
• Use of ultrasound, radiography, or other techniques during the testing process.
• Assists with conducting system performance checks in accordance with the applicable process standard.
• Maintains procedures, policies, and techniques as necessary.
• Maintains documentation for training and experience hours.

Education

Vocational/Technical School or internal training

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

NDT Technician I

US-PA-Red Lion

Job ID: 2026-37430

Type: Full Time

# of Openings: 1

Category: Quality

Red Lion, PA

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

General Profile

• Acquires basic skills to perform routine tasks
• Develops understanding in an analytical or scientific method or operational process
• Works with close supervision
• Performs manual tasks according to established procedures

Essential Functions

• Assists with setting up and standardizing equipment, processing parts, interpreting and evaluating for acceptance or rejection, and documenting results.
• Supports the development of specific calibrations and tests.
• Documents results in accordance with the specification.
• Identifies errors and defects in equipment.
• Use of ultrasound, radiography, or other techniques during the testing process.
• Assists with conducting system performance checks in accordance with the applicable process standard.
• Maintains procedures, policies, and techniques as necessary.
• Maintains documentation for training and experience hours.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Attending a Vocational / Technical School or internal training program OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education & Experience or Skillset; No prior experience needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Vocational/Technical Training Degree
• Discipline/Major: Science Degree in NDT or equivalent training and experience
• Additional certifications: Working to achieve NDT Level 1 certification or higher. Working to achieve certification in alignment with NAS 410 standards, through education, training, and testing, and perform the required Level 1 requirements. Working to achieve ultrasonic, MPI and/or liquid penetrant certification.
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Technical expertise. Problem-solving skills. Time management skills. Manual dexterity.

Physical Requirements

• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
• May need to stand for long periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
• Must be willing to work outside normal business hours as required.
• This position is Safety-Sensitive.

Travel Requirements:

• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
• May need to stand for long periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
• Must be willing to work outside normal business hours as required.
• This position is Safety-Sensitive.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.

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General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, weapons, lightweight tactical vehicles, missile components and armament systems around the world.