Job Title: NDE Technician I or II (2 positions)                              

Location: Arnold AFB, TN

Function/Branch: Engineering / Engineering Solutions

Directorate: Engineering & Technical Support

Position Type: Regular, Full-Time

Pay Type: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Grade:  L04 – L05 

Starting Hourly Rate: $27.00 – $45.67 / hour

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

Overview

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for a Non-Destructive Evaluation Technician, 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 NDE Technician will play an important role in ensuring the safety and reliability of various materials, components, and 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:

• NOTE: Level of responsibility, specific techniques utilized, and level of independence will be guided by the Level the selected candidate qualifies for
• Performs and assists in nondestructive testing on piping, pressure vessels, rotating equipment, test hardware, and rocket motors
• Utilize various methods to inspect materials and components such as radiographic testing, ultrasonic testing, magnetic particle testing, liquid penetrant testing, eddy current testing, infrared thermography, etc. Once results are obtained, the technician will interpret the results from the testing process to identify and characterize any flaws or anomalies and document their findings in detailed reports.
• Witness and verifies procedural compliance of both hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing of piping systems and pressure vessels
• Performs In-Service Inspections (ISI0 of PHMS certified systems, document findings, and assist PHMS engineering in monitoring corrective action
• Administers and witness welder performance qualification (WPQ) test
• Maintains inventory, proper maintenance, and calibration of lab equipment as needed
• Performs NDT in certified methods at geographically separated units
• Performs toolbox inspections
• 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:

• 1+ years related NDE experience
• Qualified and certifiable as Level I/II in the following NDE methods: Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT-UTT), Radiographic Testing (RT-RAM/X-ray), and Visual Testing (VT)  OR Must pass the Level I certification examination for at least 1 NDT method within 6 months of employment; Industrial radiography “Radiation Safety Certification” must be obtained within 24 months of employment.
• Physical requirements include the ability to work in an industrial plant setting, climb ladders, operation of aerial work platforms, lifting of at least 25 lbs. overhead, and use of proper PPE.
• Respirator use certification must be obtained as required.
• High School diploma or equivalent
• 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 AWS CWI and /or API certifications
• A strong understanding or interest in materials science, physics, and engineering principles
• 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

U.S. Citizenship is required. At this time BNH will not sponsor any applicants for employment authorization or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1b, F1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, E-2, E-3, L-1, or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations and refers to the amount BNH is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time jobs will be adjusted based upon the number of hours agreed to work.

Arnold Airforce Base $27.00 – $45.67 / hour

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, veteran status, and any other grounds for discrimination prohibited by applicable law.

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.

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, veteran status, and any other grounds for discrimination prohibited by applicable law.

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.