This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment).

Watervliet Arsenal – Customer Programs, Quality and Logistics Directorate

Nondestructive Tester

THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE SOLICITATION - THIS POSITION IS BEING ADVERTISED THROUGH THE DIRECT-HIRE AUTHORITY (DHA) FOR DOMESTIC DEFENSE INDUSTRIAL BASE (DIB) & MAJOR RANGE AND TEST FACILITIES BASE (MRTFB) AND IS OPEN TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS.

Position Opens: March 9, 2026 Position Closes: March 17, 2026

Term Position for: Nondestructive Tester WG-3705-08

This is a TERM appointment NTE 2 years and may be extended for up to a total of 8 years.

Salary Range: $28.79- $33.64 per hour.

Watervliet Arsenal is growing and we are recruiting for motivated, skilled trade professionals to join Team Watervliet. We offer excellent benefits.

NOTE: When applying, please be sure to have dates of employment and detailed sets of duties listed under each employer you have worked for on your resume. Multiple positions may be filled through this job announcement.

Duties:

Under the guidance of a Level II certified journey level operator, the employee is responsible for:

Radiographic (RT) method of NDT inspection requiring setup and safe operation of both conventional and digital film readers for RT exposures of metallic castings, forgings, weldments, other wrought products, to include completed assemblies.
Ultrasonic (UT) method of NDT inspection requiring setup, calibration, and safe operation of automated/manual test equipment using the contact and immersion methods of sound introduction and the pulse echo or through transmission methods of sound reception.
Eddy Current(ET) method of NDT inspection requiring setup, calibration, and safe operation of ET test equipment using surface, encircling and inside coils and gap probes with analog and impedance plane display instruments.
Magnetic Particle (MT) method of NDT inspection requiring both wet and dry, fluorescent and visible magnetic particles.
Penetrant Inspection (PT) methods on NDT inspection requiring both fluorescent and visible dye, water washable and solvent removable.

Qualifications: Your resume must reflect experience which shows your ability to do the work of a Nondestructive Tester with close supervision.

Minimum Qualifications: Ability to do the work of a Nondestructive Tester under close supervision which includes:(1) Using a knowledge of and variety of Nondestructive testing methods, inspect materials and products for structural flaws or defects; (2) Aptitude for learning and understanding an inspection process on manufactured components; and (3) Prepare inspection forms and/or reports.

Requirements for Position:

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health, ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
The work involves prolonged periods of standing, walking, repeated bending and occasional climbing. Moderate lifting and carrying (approximately 40 pounds) of items is required.
Work in this trade requires the worker to stand, stoop, bend, and reach. The worker will handle items weighing up to 44 pounds without assistance. Hoists, hand trucks, lifts, and other employee sare available to assist when handling heavy or awkward items. Eye fatigue occurs from working under black light and viewing radiographs. The worker is required to pass annual vision tests for acuity and color perception.
Works is clean, well-lighted and well-ventilated production shop areas. Wears safety shoes, glasses and other protective clothing as required. Exposed to solutions and generally oily parts, which may cause dermatitis or allergy conditions.
Due to the nature of this position, employees may be required to work both planned and unscheduled overtime.
This position requires shift work.
This position requires the employee to use personal protective equipment provided by the employer.
Must possess near vision Jaeger Number 1, at not less than 12 inches in at least one eye.
Must have the ability to obtain certification of all 5 methods of NDT performed at WVA IAW National Aerospace Standard (NAS) document NAS410: (1) Level I formal classroom training in the Radiographic (RT) test methods (consisting of a physical exam, eye exam, 20-hour course with exam). (2) Level I formal classroom training in the Eddy Current test methods (consisting of a physical exam, eye exam, 40-hour course with exam). (3) Level I formal classroom training in the Ultrasonic test methods (consisting of a physical exam, eye exam 40-hour course with exam). (4) Level I Magnetic Particle (MT) test methods (consisting of a physical exam, eye exam, 16 hours formal classroom training, minimum 130 OTJ hours, and general, specific, & practical examinations). (5) Level I Liquid Penetrant (PT) test methods (consisting of a physical exam, eye exam, 16 hours formal classroom training, minimum 130 On the Job (OJT) hours, and general, specific, & practical examinations·

Position may be filled by a Term appointment not to exceed 2 years and may be extended up to a maximum of 8 years.·

Term employment is subject to a one-year trial period.·

Selective Service Registration· Proof of US Citizenship· Direct Deposit of Pay·

Temporary Duty (TDY) up to 5% of the time.

Other benefits include both a Federal Pension and a Thrift Savings Plan (a 401k-style investment plan with up to 5% employer matching.)

Access to a free 24/7 on-site gym, discounted travel, vacation and event tickets, free parking and discounted rentals for camping, party rentals, etc.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.79 - $33.64 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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