Nondestructive Test (NDT) Examiner

General Dynamics Electric Boat; New London (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking an NDT Engineering Auditor to contribute to the Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT) and VT/MT/PT methods. The role centers on auditing supplier inspection personnel during ISA, reviewing vendor NDT procedures, and ensuring NAVSEA-compliant performance.

The position requires strong NDT expertise, ability to lead ISA assessments, and preparation of technical reports.

Qualifications

• Auditor roles for supplier NDT personnel and ISA assessments.
• Ability to read and interpret specifications, procedures, and reports.
• Experience with NAVSEA/NDT-related standards preferred.
• Lead or act as technical expert on NDT across RT/UT/VT/MT/PT.

Responsibilities

• Audit supplier NDT personnel during In-Depth Supplier Assessments (ISA).
• Review Vendor NDT Procedures and monitor execution for compliance.
• Prepare technical reports on ISA findings and NDT-related investigations.
• Collaborate with Supplier QA, Purchasing, Design and NAVSEA reps.
• Travel approximately 15% per work year.

Skills

NDT auditing

RT

UT

VT/MT/PT

NAVSEA standards

Technical reporting

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Access

PowerPoint

Job description

The successful candidate will contribute to the Success of the Nondestructive (NDT) Engineering Vendor Supplier Oversight organization at Electric Boat by providing technical evaluation, guidance, and expertise in the Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT) and Visual Testing (VT) / Magnetic Particle (MT) / Penetrant Testing (PT) methods. Primary responsibilities are performing audits of Supplier inspection personnel during In-Depth Supplier Assessments (ISA) as the technical expert on NDT, reviewing Vendor NDT Procedures, monitoring supplier NDT execution, and monitoring the health of each supplier NDT program.

Additional Responsibilities Will Include

• (For RT Examiners) Review Supplier film for Procedure Qualification Reports, Shooting Sketches for castings, and various other radiography assessments.
• Evaluate and ensure vendor compliance with fabrication and NDT Submarine specification requirements.
• Maintain company standards, procedures, best practices, and process improvements in the field of NDT.
• Providing technical guidance, expertise, and problem resolution for material suppliers.
• Continuous engagement with Supplier Quality Assurance, Purchasing, Design and Engineering departments as well as Supervisor of Shipbuilding and NAVSEA Customer representatives.
• Monitor supplier NDT practice, review supplier NDT training programs, and evaluate the health of each supplier NDT program.
• Attend In-Depth Supplier Assessments (ISA) as the technical expert on NDT.
• Preparing technical reports as result of ISA findings, research and development, and problem resolution investigations.
• Applicants must be able to qualify NAVSEA 250-1500-1 (RT/UT/MT/PT/VT) Examiner within 9 months of hiring date.
• Travel is estimated to be 15% per work year.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High-school diploma or GED
• Presently or previously certified in RT and/or UT as a Level III (OR a minimum 5 years’ experience as a Level II)
• Applicant must be able to read, write, and interpret specifications, procedures, reports, and other documents
• Basic computer skills, including use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point (or equivalent)
• Ability to serve as project lead or technical expert on ISA's
• Applicant must have the ability to understand basic principles of multiple NDT methods and applications to determine weld and base metal performance

Preferred

• Presently or previously certified in multiple NDT methods (RT / UT and/or PT, MT, VT) as a Level II or III
• A background in engineering or engineering support
• Experience in Quality in an industrial environment, shipbuilding or other heavy fabrication
• Familiarity with Military specifications (T9074-AS-GIB-010/271 and NAVSEA 250-1500-1)

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required to ensure effective interface with a variety of organizations.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills in order to evaluate situations, make recommendations, and take prompt and effective action.
• Applicant should have the interpersonal and communication skills necessary to investigate problems by effectively asking questions, extracting necessary data from available sources, and working with others to determine root causes and implement appropriate solutions.

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Crawling, Reaching, Stooping

Environmental Attributes

Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet