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Southwest Research Institute · 2 days ago

PRINCIPAL TECHNICIAN - SR. TECHNICIAN - Sensor Systems & NDE Technology Technician

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

5+ years exp

Southwest Research Institute is a team of engineers, scientists, and technicians focused on developing sensor systems and inspection methodologies. The Principal Technician will perform and monitor inspections, develop inspection procedures, and support research efforts in various application areas.

Innovation ManagementMarket ResearchMechanical EngineeringNon ProfitProduct Research

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform inspection operations for multiple large-scale fabrication efforts for a variety of industries and application areas

Audit and monitor third-party inspection groups during inspection operations to ensure necessary certifications are met and procedures are followed

Develop code-compliant inspection procedures for the petrochemical, aerospace, pressure vessel, and nuclear power application areas

Perform conventional and novel inspection tasks in a variety of inspection methods

Support research and development efforts that are the central mission of the Sensor Systems and NDE Technology Section

Interface with customers to identify NDE requirements, prepare and/or approve inspection procedures, coordinate and/or perform inspections, interpret inspection results, and prepare formal reports

Apply novel and innovative inspection methods and techniques and collect data

Maintain necessary qualifications for certification in multiple methods, including documentation of work experience

Maintain NDT inspection records in an organized manner

Acquire additional certifications and credentials as required for projects and career development

Assist in the creation of cost estimates in support of proposals, and work with engineers to improve inspection processes and techniques

Support SwRI quality and environment health and safety (EHS) directives and requirements

Qualification

Nondestructive TestingUltrasonic TestingInspection ProceduresAdvanced TechniquesMS OfficeCommunication SkillsTeamworkProject Management

Required

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent

Must currently meet the qualification requirements for Level II or III following ASNT SNT-TC-1A and/or NAS-410 in a minimum of two methods, including ultrasonic testing (UT)

5+ years: Experience in NDT is required

Experience preparing inspection procedures, includes those based on codes, standards and contractual documents is desired

Experience with MS. Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is required

Must be able to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats

Must be able to work both within a team and individually with little direct supervision and direction

Willingness to travel occasionally in support of projects is required

A valid/clear driver's license is required

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

Applicant must be a U.S. citizen