Liquid Penetrant Testing Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Due to the nature of the work environment, candidates must be a US person as defined by US export control regulations and eligible to access controlled unclassified information (CUI).

The Pay, Perks, and Benefits

• Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and determined based on market benchmarks and internal equity.
• Retirement benefits are provided through the Virginia Retirement System with employer match.
• Generous time off is provided, including vacation, paid sick leave, and paid family leave after one year.
• Paid holidays are provided, including a two week paid winter break.
• Anthem PPO and HSA health plans are offered, with excellent dental options.

How You Will Help the Team
The NDT Level III serves as the technical authority for nondestructive testing training activities, providing oversight, instruction, and program development across multiple NDT methods. This role ensures training programs align with applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices while supporting students, instructors, and customers through high quality, compliant training delivery.

What You Will Do

• Serve as the designated ASNT Level III authority for Visual Testing (VT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), and Radiographic Testing (RT).
• Interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards, including ASNT SNT TC 1A, NAS 410, ASTM, AWS, API, ASME, NAVSEA, and customer specific requirements.
• Develop, review, approve, and maintain training procedures, lesson plans, qualification outlines, and written and practical examinations.
• Ensure consistency across classroom instruction, laboratory exercises, examinations, and industry practices.
• Provide classroom and hands on laboratory instruction as needed to support training demand.
• Evaluate student performance, administer or approve examinations, and support retesting and technical clarification when performance thresholds are not met.
• Develop and revise NDT curricula for initial and advanced training programs, ensuring materials reflect current standards, equipment, and inspection techniques.
• Coordinate the integration of new technologies, inspection techniques, and regulatory requirements into training programs.
• Provide technical guidance and oversight to instructors, including review and approval of lesson delivery for accuracy and consistency.
• Participate in internal audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives related to training quality.
• Support technical documentation, training records, certification tracking, customer reviews, external audits, and regulatory inspections.
• Interface with customers, inspectors, and regulatory bodies on technical matters as required.

Your Knowledge & Expertise

• Current ASNT Level III certification in Visual Testing, Liquid Penetrant Testing, Magnetic Particle Testing, Ultrasonic Testing, and Radiographic Testing.
• Comprehensive knowledge of nondestructive testing theory, applications, equipment, and limitations across multiple methods.
• Strong working knowledge of applicable industry codes, standards, and specifications.
• Demonstrated experience in technical instruction, mentoring, or workforce training.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts in both classroom and hands on environments.
• Strong technical writing skills related to procedures, lesson plans, and examinations.

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).
• Experience working in a formal training facility, technical school, or military or Department of Defense training environment.
• Experience supporting NAVSEA, Navy, Department of Defense, or nuclear adjacent programs.
• Experience with training accreditation, certification, or audit based programs.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform hands on inspections and demonstrations in laboratory and shop environments.
• Ability to support radiography training environments in accordance with radiation safety requirements.
• Willingness to stand for extended periods and work in lab or industrial settings as required.

What Makes Working Here Different
This role goes beyond traditional NDT Level III responsibilities by combining technical authority with instructional leadership and program development. Rather than supporting production or project based inspections, this position shapes how the next generation of nondestructive testing professionals is trained, qualified, and prepared for industry and government environments.

You will have direct influence over curriculum design, instructional quality, and compliance with complex codes and customer requirements, while mentoring instructors and engaging with evolving technologies and standards. The work is mission driven, education focused, and impact oriented, offering the opportunity to apply deep technical expertise in a setting where quality, consistency, and long term workforce readiness matter most.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.