NONDESTRUCTIVE TEST INSPECTOR LEADER

Full Job Description

You will serve as a NONDESTRUCTIVE TEST INSPECTOR LEADER in the Operations Branch, Code 130, Nondestructive Test Division of PSNS and IMF.

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: THE ABILITY TO LEAD OR SUPERVISE 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 independently perform complex nondestructive testing and analysis on complex and non-routine mechanical components, piping systems, and structural assemblies.
• You will perform calibration and safety checks of equipment prior to and after the performance of nondestructive test inspections.
• You will acquire and record test results, and data using enhanced signal processing and acquisition software on computer-based platforms.
• You will utilize the most advanced test methods and procedures in solving complex inspection problems.
• You will ensure new technology and lessons learned are incorporated in the processes of the Nondestructive Test Division and establish suitable methods of assessing and continually improving processes and inspections.