General Dynamics Electric Boat · 4 hours ago
Nondestructive Test (NDT) Examiner
US-CT-Groton
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expGeneral Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking a Nondestructive Test (NDT) Examiner to contribute to their NDT Engineering Vendor Supplier Oversight organization. The successful candidate will provide technical evaluation and guidance in various NDT methods and perform audits of Supplier inspection personnel while ensuring vendor compliance with specifications.
Manufacturing
No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
Performing audits of Supplier inspection personnel during In-Depth Supplier Assessments (ISA) as the technical expert on NDT
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
Travel is estimated to be 15% per work year
Qualification
Required
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
Applicants must be able to qualify NAVSEA 250-1500-1 (RT/UT/MT/PT/VT) Examiner within 9 months of hiring date
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)
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
Company
General Dynamics Electric Boat
General Dynamics Electric Boat is a business unit of General Dynamics with headquarters in Groton, CT.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Beth Rafferty
Vice President and Chief Supply Officer
Ken Jeanos
Chief Information Officer
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