NONDESTRUCTIVE TEST INSPECTOR

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 the 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 as a Nondestructive Test Inspector and perform the following work: Inspecting Nuclear Reactor Plant components while using ultrasonic testing (UT), X-Ray and Isotope (Gamma) Radiographic Testing (RT), and Eddy Current Heat Exchanger Tubing Testing (ET) inspection methods. Performing nondestructive testing and analysis on mechanical components, piping systems, and structural assemblies. Performing surface inspections using liquid penetrant testing (PT), and magnetic particle testing (MT) inspection methods. Interpreting and evaluating test results by discriminating electromagnetic signatures, waveforms, digital images, and the density of processed film. Performing calibration and safety checks of test equipment prior to and after performance of NDT inspections. Possessing complete and thorough knowledge of mathematics (algebra, geometry, and trigonometry), physics, and a thorough understanding of the physical and chemical properties of the materials being inspected. 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.
You will serve as a Nondestructive Test Inspector in the NDT Inspection Branch, Non-Nuclear Inspection and NDT Division, Quality Assurance Office, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Kittery, Maine.