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Navstar

NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTER (T32)

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

Interprets nondestructive inspection test results, and provides information about defects to repair center. Performs Oil Spectrometry process and analyzes wear metal content on engine lubricating oil ...

Air Mobility Command

NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTER

Dover, DE · On-site +1

$68K - $80K/yr

The primary purpose of this position is to develop, modify, and apply inspection procedures, techniques, and acceptability standards for new, unusual, and/or experimental nondestructive inspection ...

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To thrive in Nondestructive Inspection (NDI), you need a strong understanding of physics, mathematics, material sciences, and industry standards, often supported by relevant certifications such as ASNT Level I, II, or III. Familiarity with technical tools and systems like ultrasonic, radiographic, magnetic particle, and eddy current testing equipment is essential. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are key soft skills for interpreting data and collaborating with engineering teams. These abilities are crucial for ensuring the integrity and safety of structures and components without causing damage.

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In a Nondestructive Inspection position, your daily responsibilities often include preparing and calibrating inspection equipment, performing various tests on materials or components, interpreting test results, and documenting findings according to industry standards. You may consistently face challenges such as evaluating complex or irregular parts, adhering to safety protocols, and meeting tight deadlines while ensuring accuracy. The role sometimes requires working in confined spaces or at heights, depending on the industry and specific inspection tasks. Regular collaboration with engineers, quality assurance teams, and production staff is essential to address findings and maintain compliance. Successfully managing these tasks helps protect product integrity and contributes to overall operational safety and efficiency.

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A Nondestructive Inspection (NDI) job involves evaluating materials, structures, or components for flaws without causing damage. Inspectors use techniques like ultrasound, radiography, eddy current, and magnetic particle testing to detect cracks, corrosion, or other defects. These inspections are critical in industries such as aerospace, manufacturing, and construction to ensure safety and reliability. NDI technicians interpret test results, document findings, and recommend necessary actions. This role requires strong attention to detail, technical proficiency, and adherence to industry standards.

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NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTER (T32)

NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTER (T32)

Department of the Air Force

Saint Paul, MN • On-site

Full-time

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Job Title

Nondestructive Tester (T32), WG, 3705, 10, 1

Major Duties

This is not an all-inclusive list:

  • Determines test method, and prepares fluids and parts for nondestructive inspection. Interprets nondestructive inspection test results, and provides information about defects to repair center.
  • Performs Oil Spectrometry process and analyzes wear metal content on engine lubricating oil and other fluids, and recommends corrective action.
  • Establishes radiation areas for radiographic operations. Computes and monitors personal exposure areas for radiographic operations, and monitors personnel exposure data.
  • Performs nondestructive inspection on structures, components, and systems. Detects flaws such as cracks, delaminations, voids, processing defects, and heat damage using penetrant, eddy current, magnetic particle, radiographic, optical, Thermography, Shearography and ultrasonic test equipment.
  • Determines metallurgical information of components according to alloy, temper, conductivity, and associated factors.
  • Applies magnetic particle and/or liquid penetrant inspection to detect and interpret the relevancy of flaws in a variety of parts.
  • Uses and maintains tools. Maintains bench stock levels of parts, materials, tools, and equipment at prescribed levels.
  • Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
  • Maintains records and documents actions. Manually documents actions taken or enters information into an automated system. Obtains required coordination and signatures.

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