NDE Technician - LII

Job Title: NDE Level II Technician

Location: Arnold AFB, TN

Function/Branch: Engineering Solutions

Directorate: Engineering & Technical Support

Position Type: Regular, Full-Time

Pay Type: Non-Exempt, Hourly

Grade (provided by HR): L06 (OA0603)

Salary Range or Starting Hourly Rate (provided by HR): $32.00 - $45.60 / hour

****Current U.S. Citizenship is required****

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Overview

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for a Non-Destructive Evaluation Technician-Level II, supporting the Test Operations and Sustainment contract at Arnold Engineering Development Complex at Arnold Air Force Base, Tennessee. The NDE Technician will work as a member of an integrated team responsible for operating and maintaining the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts.

Open to internal and external candidates.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will function as an NDE Technician-Levell II, playing an important role in ensuring the safety and reliability of various materials, components, structures, and welding fabrication using a variety of techniques to detect flaws, imperfections, or changes in material properties that could lead to failure.

Job Duties:

Performs nondestructive testing on piping, pressure vessels, rotating equipment, test hardware, and rocket motors
• Qualified and certifiable to Level II in the following NDE methods: Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT-UTT), Radiographic Testing (RT-RAM/X-ray) with film interpretation, and Visual Testing (VT)
• Witness and verifies procedural compliance of both hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing of piping systems and pressure vessels
• Performs In-Service Inspections (ISI) of PHMS certified systems, document findings, and assist PHMS engineering in monitoring corrective action
• Administer and witness welder performance qualification (WPQ) test
• Prepares detailed inspection reports recording all data required by the governing code, and/or engineering requests
• Maintains inventory, proper maintenance, and calibration of lab equipment as needed
• Provide and monitor training for Level I inspectors
• Performs toolbox inspections
• Work requires overtime and off-shift hours as requested

• It is a condition of employment to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy
• Perform other duties as required

Basic Qualifications:

• High School diploma plus 2 years college or technical training, and 6 years of relevant and progressive experience
• Must meet specific education and experience requirements for certification as Level II inspector in accordance with ASNT SNT-TC-1A guidelines (MT, PT, UT, RT, VT)
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret level security clearance and access to the AEDC local area network
• Due to Air Force Security requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required for employment at AEDC

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree in engineering technology with curriculum in non-destructive testing and evaluation
• Current ASNT Industrial Radiation Safety Personnel (IRRSP) certification through The American Society of Nondestructive Testing
• Current Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification through The American Welding Society
• Current API 510/570/653 certification through The American Petroleum Institute
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word products
• Careful attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving/troubleshooting skills
• Experience reading piping drawings

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

Beyond New Horizons (BNH) is a fully populated joint venture of Astrion and Fluor Federal Services, Inc. formed to provide unmatched Test Operations and Sustainment services for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex. We chose our name to serve as an enduring reminder of our commitment to AEDC's rich aerospace research and development legacy anchored in AEDC's Toward New Horizons founding study and the unprecedented opportunities to greatly expand AEDC's capabilities and capacity Beyond those existing today. Leveraging the capabilities of our parent companies, BNH specializes in testing and evaluation for military and space systems combined with proven capability in large-scale Government program management, integration, engineering, and construction services for specialized and technically advanced high-hazard facilities.

Join our Team!

BNH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.