Non Destructive Test Tech - level 1 or 2 - Elkton, MD

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes 10% of the Time
Description
At Northrop Grumman our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples lives around the world today and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nations history from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean to stealth bombers to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history theyre making history.
Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a NonDestructive Test (NDT) Technician Level 1 or 2 to join our team at our Elkton Maryland location.

The Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems and Controls (PS&C) facility in Elkton Maryland began solidpropellant rocket operations in 1948. Today the Elkton PS&C facility designs develops and produces solidpropellant propulsion and ordnance systems in programs professionally managed for a wide variety of Government and commercial customers. The facility also serves as the hub for offsite engineering and test facilities in Ronkonkoma NY and Palm Beach Gardens FL.

Elkton Maryland is located on the Upper Chesapeake Bay midway between Philadelphia and Baltimore. Discover charming small towns parks with miles of trails specialty and antique shops award winning restaurants and inns. You can hike bike camp bird watch ride horseback or drop a fishing line. Five rivers Chesapeake Bay and the C&D Canal can be explored by boat or by land. Experience panoramic views from Turkey Point Lighthouse on a bluff overlooking the Bay or from the banks of the C&D Canal where ships from around the globe cruise. Summary:
Performs nondestructive tests (NDT) on aerospace components and assemblies. Inspects metallic and nonmetallic materials parts and assemblies for defects using automated and manual methods and techniques including radiography ultrasound and penetrant inspection methods. Requires certifications in nondestructive testing in accordance with regulations. Radiographic techniques include film computed radiography and computed tomography.

Responsibilities:

Operate high and low energy Xradiation equipment operate automated film processor computed radiography scanner and computed tomography equipment and computers
Operate ultrasonic flaw detector working with pulse echo and angle beam inspections.
Perform Type I and II Dye penetrant tests methods A B and C
Interpret evaluate and make accept/reject decisions and document those decisions
Obtain and maintain Level II certifications in radiography ultrasound and penetrant inspection methods which include formal classroom training onthejob training and written and practical exams for each NDT method and level. Must complete retesting at specified intervals to retain certifications
Receive guidance coaching and training from a certified Level 2 or Level 3 NDT technician
This position can be filled at either the NDT Technician (1) / NDT Technician (2) level depending demonstrated experience education and competency.

Basic Qualifications NDT Level 1:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience working as an industrial NDT technician.
• 2 plus years experience as a manufacturing technician or quality control technician
• Ability to pass the 20/25 Snellen or Jaeger No. 1 vision test for NAS 410 certification
• Candidate must have strong mathematical skills
• Perform physical requirements of this position including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be proficient with Word Excel Outlook
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills in English
• Must be available to work overtime and weekends. 2nd shift work may be required on a rotating schedule
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a team
• U.S. Citizenship; must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications NDT Level 1:

• Experience in manufacturing and quality assurance of Aerospace products
• Experience with engineering drawings and specification interpretation

• 1 years working toward certification as an industrial NDT technician with documented classroom training for at least 1 NDT method. Must be able to provide formal training and experience records

Basic Qualifications NDT Level 2:

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED
• Current or previous Level 2 ASNT or NAS 410 certification in radiographic inspection (RT) ultrasonic testing (UT) or penetrant testing (PT) with a minimum of 2 years of NDT Level 2 experience. Must be able to provide certification and experience records
• Candidate must have strong mathematical skills including basic algebra
• Advanced PC skills including proficiency with MS Office products
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills in English
• Must have the skills and knowledge to interpret codes standards and other contractual documents that control NDT method(s)
• Perform physical requirements of this position including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a team

• Must be available to work overtime and weekends. 2nd shift work may be required on a rotating schedule

• U.S. Citizenship; must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications NDT Level 2:

• Experience in manufacturing and NDT of Aerospace products
• Current certification per ASNT or NAS 410 NDT Level 2 inspector in at least two NDT methods
• Experience with nonfilm radiographic techniques
• Familiarity with AS9100 NADCAP and other Quality / NDT auditing / accreditation systems

This position falls under a Federal Explosives License issued by the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF) for this location. Candidates hired into this role will be required to complete and submit an Employee Possessor Questionnaire to ATF for approval to be a possessor.

Salary Range: $43700.00 $72900.00Salary Range 2: $51900.00 $86500.00