UT Testing Technician - 2nd or 3rd Shift

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UT Testing Technician  -  BWX Technologies, Inc.  -  Barberton, OH - 2nd or 3rd Shift

Responsibilities include:  

• Studies for and passes specific, general and practical ultrasonic testing examinations
• Takes directions from ultrasonic testing Group Leader, ultrasonic testing Examiners and NDT Supervisor
• Interacts with shop supervision and personnel, internal auditors and customer representatives as needed
• Maintains a clean, neat and orderly workspace, properly stowing instruments, reference standards and equipment after use
• Performs visual inspections of surfaces to be examined to determine suitability for testing
• Reads and understands manufacturing process plans and technical drawings
• Selects equipment, instrumentation, search units and reference standards appropriate to the job per base procedures, addenda and data sheets. (includes lifting up to 50 lbs.)
• Performs standardization of instruments to procedures, addenda, and data sheets
• Works in tandem with other ultrasonic operators and Examiners when necessary
• Transports equipment and reference standards within the plant to the jobsite
• Performs contact ultrasonic inspection in both shear wave and longitudinal wave modes of heavy walled base materials, cladding and weldments
• Performs UT thickness testing using both digital handheld meters and A-scan display instruments
• Prepares detailed test report data such as sketches, test reports, and flyers to provide detailed documentation of results
• Support shop in proper indication location for removal of ultrasonic and radiographic indications
• Coordinate with UT Group Leader and other UT inspector operators on overtime and work schedules needed to support shop operations
• This position has a potential to become a candidate for additional training and qualification as an automated eddy current inspection system operator
• This is for a 2nd shift or 3rd shift position

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Associates Degree in technical field preferred, or relevant equivalent work experience of 2 years, or equivalent military training and experience
• Must be capable of qualifying as an ultrasonic inspector operator for Navy specifications NAVSEA 250-1500-1 for welds, MIL-STD-2132 for base materials, and NSTR-99 personnel qualification
• Training and/or experience in Eddy Current Testing is a plus

 Pay: $54,000 - $80,000

The base salary range for this position in Ohio (US-OH) at the start of employment is expected to be between $54,000 and $80,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement.  The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols.  As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

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