Non Destructive Test Technician (NDT) - Tech 2/3

About the role

• RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
• CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
• CLEARANCE TYPE: None
• TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

About the role

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon.

We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Non Destructive Test Technician (NDT) - Tech 2/3 to join our team in Promontory, UT.

These positions within the Quality organization are responsible for critical inspections of aerospace assemblies. For this position, technicians are required to provide prior NDT experience documentation and certification that will meet NAS 410 current revision requirements.

This position will work a 4/10 schedule, with every Friday off. May be a day shift or swing shift. Must be able to work rotating shifts, on-call, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

In this job, you will

• Perform non-destructive tests (NDT) on components.
• Inspects metallic and nonmetallic materials, parts and assemblies for defects using automated and manual methods and techniques including radiography, ultrasound, penetrant, eddy current, laser shearography, and magnetic particle.
• The primary focus will be in the area of radiographic inspection (RT) of rocket motors using digital systems and Ultrasonic Testing inspection (UT) of metal and composite components.
• Handling and movement of energetic and non-energetic parts and components is required to perform inspections.
• Other duties as assigned

This position can be filled at either a Tech 2 or 3.

Basic Qualifications for Tech 2

• High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience.
• No clearance required to start
• Current Level II certification in radiographic inspection (RT) with a minimum of 1 documented year of aerospace experience in a quality organization utilizing a Level II OR Current Level II certification in ultrasound (UT) with a minimum of 1 documented year of aerospace experience in a quality organization utilizing a Level II.
• Additional Current Level II certification any of the following methods: ultrasound (UT), eddy current (ET), dye penetrant (PT), magnetic particles (MT), leak testing (LT).
• NAS410 qualified Level II classroom training/experience, or equivalent, in radiographic methodology, either in progress or completed.
• Must pass the 20/25 Snellen or Jaeger No. 1 vision test for NAS 410 certification
• Must be a U.S. Citizen able to obtain Employee Possessor designation from the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms
• Perform physical requirements of this position including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work in manufacturing environment, including accessing ladders, stairs, work platforms, sitting/standing for long period of time.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts, on-call, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

Basic Qualifications for Tech 3

• High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience.
• No clearance required to start
• Current Level II certification in radiographic inspection (RT) with a minimum of 3 documented years of aerospace experience in a quality organization utilizing a Level II OR Current Level II certification in ultrasound (UT) with a minimum of 3 documented years of aerospace experience in a quality organization utilizing a Level II.

Preferred Qualifications

• Eddy Current, Ultrasonic, and Mag Particle Level II certifications.
• Experience and familiarity with inspection/interpretation of engineering requirements.
• Experience working with automated radiographic inspection systems.
• Experience with handheld UT pulse echo units (USM GO, USN 60) and or phased array (MX2, Veo).
• Experience with eddy current weld and aluminum tubing inspections (NORTEC 500).

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Primary Level Salary Range

$48,400.00 - $80,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range

$57,500.00 - $95,900.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.