Nondestructive (NDT) Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Technician (Bethesda, MD)

Life Cycle Engineering; North Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k)

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

HSA

EAP

Paid time off

Continuing education

Flexible schedules

Open communication

Job summary

Life Cycle Engineering seeks a senior Nondestructive Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Technician III to lead advanced UT evaluations for Navy systems and materials. You will develop procedures, scan plans, and mentor Level I/II technicians while ensuring compliance with NAVSEA standards.

Expect to work on UT thickness, shear wave, TOFD, and PAUT, with emphasis on anomalies analysis and defect remediation to maintain fleet readiness.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of hands-on nondestructive testing experience with background in ultrasonic inspection.
• Experience leading Level I/II technicians and developing UT procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee advanced UT testing on Navy systems, weldments, and critical components.
• Develop, validate, and continuously improve NDT/UT procedures and scan plans.
• Lead root cause and defect analysis using UT data and advanced evaluation methods.
• Train and mentor Level I/II technicians; support readiness and certification pathways.
• Document inspection results to NAVSEA, ASNT, NAS 410 and customer requirements.

Skills

Ultrasonic testing

PAUT

TOFD

Level III leadership

Job description

Opportunity Summary

Join a high impact NDE/NDT team supporting advanced ultrasonic inspection of U.S. Navy systems, components, and materials. As a Nondestructive Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Technician III, you'll serve as a senior technical expert performing complex UT methods-ensuring structural integrity, fleet readiness, and compliance with NAVSEA standards.

In this role, you will lead high complexity ultrasonic evaluations including UT thickness, shear wave, TOFD, and PAUT. You'll develop scan plans, write and validate procedures, and apply industry leading NDT techniques that directly support mission critical Navy programs. Your expertise will strengthen lifecycle sustainment, drive technology improvements, and advance innovative NDE capabilities across naval platforms.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee advanced ultrasonic testing (UT) on Navy systems, weldments, and critical components.
• Develop, validate, and continuously improve NDT/UT procedures, scan plans, and inspection techniques.
• Lead root cause and defect analysis leveraging UT data, digital tools, and high precision evaluation methods.
• Support technology insertion, automation, and emerging ultrasonic techniques such as phased array (PAUT) and TOFD.
• Train, mentor, and guide Level I/II technicians; contribute to NDT program readiness and certification pathways.
• Document inspection results to meet NAVSEA, ASNT, NAS 410, and customer quality requirements.
• Collaborate across engineering, materials, and fleet support teams to enhance reliability and mission performance.

Security Clearance Requirements

• U.S. citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD security clearance

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of hands on nondestructive testing experience with background in ultrasonic inspection

Preferred Qualifications

• NDT/UT Level III certifications (ASNT, NAS 410, NAVSEA)
• Demonstrated expertise in PAUT, TOFD, shear wave, and advanced UT techniques
• Experience developing UT procedures, scan plans, and training materials for Level I/II technicians
• Familiarity with naval or defense systems, materials, weldments, and complex component inspection.

Physical Expectations

• Regular physical activity to include walking, climbing stairs, and standing; frequent periods of prolonged sitting may be required.
• Maneuvering around tight spaces in a shipboard environment.
• Ability to speak, read, hear, and write, with or without assistance.
• Ability to use phone and computer systems, copier, fax and other office equipment.

This position description represents a summary of the major components and requirements of the outlined job. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should immediately be addressed to the department manager or to Human Resources.

Why Choose Life Cycle Engineering

• Employee Ownership (ESOP): Build financial stake in your work. Our 100% employee-owned model directly connects your contributions to company performance and long-term wealth creation.
• Award-Winning Culture: Join an organization repeatedly recognized as a "Best Place to Work," driven by integrity, mutual respect, and a supportive team environment.
• Impactful Mission: Support vital defense operations, waterfront engineering, cyber infrastructure, and asset reliability programs that keep critical fleets and operations mission-ready.

Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is a privately held, employee-owned company with an emphasis on "doing the right thing the right way", which applies to the way we treat our employees and customers. We are proud to have been recognized as a "Best Place to Work" in Engineering and in many states and local communities in which we support! Learn more below and at www.lce.com.

Our mission is to enable people and organizations to achieve their full potential. As a professional services organization, our mission is focused on our clients' people and organizations. It is our company's cornerstone belief that we will not lead the industry in assisting our clients unless we excel at helping our own people and teams reach their full potential.

Our corporate culture encourages personal and professional growth because LCE's success depends on the talent, innovation, professionalism, and commitment of its employees.

Benefit Offerings

• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) & company matched 401(k)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free life and disability insurance with supplemental coverage options
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Plan, & Lifestyle Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid vacation, holiday, and sick Leave
• Continuing education and professional development programs at all levels
• Flexible schedules and casual dress code
• Employer-sponsored events, social collaboration, and open communication
• Free access to extensive online training library including certification preparation
• Bonus program, Employee Referral Program, monetary recognition opportunities, and more...

Benefits may vary based on employment status, business unit, and location.

Life Cycle Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, application for or service in the military or status as a disabled veteran or veteran, because of or on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation, and any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.