NONDESTRUCTIVE TEST INSPECTOR LEADER

Full Job Description

You will serve as a NONDESTRUCTIVE TEST INSPECTOR LEADER in the Nondestructive Test Division, Code 135.2, Quality Assurance Office Code 130 of NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD.

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying.

Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below.

This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job.

Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible.

The Screen-out Element for this position is: Ability to Inspect Ability to utilize a wide array of highly sophisticated, quality control inspection/NDT techniques.

Ability to understand how to set up and read an oscilloscope to be able to understand ultrasonic testing on work being performed.

Ability to operate and manipulate complex robotic scanners, probe drivers and x-ray source positioners in both manual and automated modes.

Ability to interpret complex signal displays and radiographic film images and use judgement to determine acceptance of items.

Ability to read and interpret complicated written technical material as instructions, TGI's, specifications, procedures, sketches and blueprints.

Ability to interpret and comprehend diagrams, blueprints, specifications, and interrelated procedure and technical requirements to meet critical job applications.

Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations.

Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Major Duties:

• You will perform complex nondestructive testing and analysis on non-routine mechanical components, piping systems, and structural assemblies related to Naval surface ships and submarines.
• You will perform calibration and safety checks of test equipment prior to and after performance of Nondestructive Test (NDT) inspections.
• You will conduct radiographic operations and/or serve as a Radiographer-in-Charge (RIC) for nuclear and non-nuclear radiographic inspections.
• You will participate in audits, submit reports and recommendations and maintain files, charts and status reports on progress inspections/documents completed.
• You will arrange for correction of deficiencies and re-inspection of repaired items and recommend remedies for particular problems.
• You will be responsible for assuring materials, processes and fabrication techniques meet specification and contractual requirements.