About this role
Job SummaryYou will serve as a NONDESTRUCTIVE TEST INSPECTOR in the NDT Production Support Branch, Nondestructive Test and Nonnuclear Inspection Division, Code 1352 Quality Assurance Office, of NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD.
QualificationsAlthough 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: ABILITY TO INSPECT Utilizing a wide array of highly sophisticated quality control inspection/NDT techniques as well as utilizing many unique and specially designed precision instruments and gauges. Performing complex nondestructive testing and analysis on mechanical components, piping systems and structural assemblies. Acquiring and recording test results and data using enhanced signal processing and acquisition software on computer-based platforms. Setting up and reading an oscilloscope to be able to understand ultrasonic testing on work being performed. reading and interpreting complicated written technical material as instructions, TGI's, specifications, procedures, sketches and blueprints. Performing calibration and safety checks of test equipment prior to and after performance of nondestructive inspections. 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 DutiesYou will independently exercise significantly more judgement and independence in determining the methods and techniques required to solve unusually complex calibration and certification problems.You will keep abreast the technological changes in the occupation and provide technical guidance and assistance to lower graded workers.You will make a wide range of critical decisions on matters concerning the acceptance or rejection of work performed by highly skilled craftsmen and other inspectors, independent of and without consultation with a supervisor.You will be responsible for assuring materials, processes and fabrication techniques meet specification and contractual requirements.You will conduct radiographic operations and/or serve as Radiographer-in-Charge (RIC) for nuclear and non-nuclear radiographic inspections.You will perform eddy current inspections to inspect main, auxiliary, and air ejector tubing on nuclear and nonnuclear vessels.You will conduct hull surveillance inspections.You will ensure materials, processes, and fabrication techniques meet specification and contractual requirements.