Level III Non-Destructive Testing Inspector

Job Description
What’s it like working for a company that delivers life-saving products and services to our nation’s military? Humbling. At BAE Systems, we take safety and quality seriously and our NDT Department plays a vital role in fulfilling this quest.

The Radford, Virginia site of BAE systems is seeking a Non-Destructive Testing Level III Inspector. In this role as the NDT Level III Inspector, you will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) regarding X-ray (RT), and Ultrasonic (UT), and Visual (VT) inspections, and act as a liaison with stakeholders, both internal and external. You'll prepare for customer audits and adherence to customer specific standards. You'll be tasked to assist in the training and continued development of Level II inspectors to SNT-TC-1A and applicable military standards, delegate inspection priorities to Level II inspectors, and assist in Technical Performance Evaluations (TPEs) of Level II inspectors.


Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Typically requires a High School diploma (or the equivalent), and Certification, or the ability to acquire Certification, and be able to perform Level III functions in MT, PT, and VT, IAW SNT-TC-1A in not greater than 12 weeks.
• Possess or able to attain a confidential clearance.
• An effective collaborator with excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Ability to provide NDT training to Level II inspectors and welders (both on-the-job and in a classroom setting) effectively.
• Able to effectively give guidance, assistance, and training to customers, suppliers, engineering, and manufacturing personnel.
• Experience with nonconformance tracking, Cause/Corrective Action development.
• Strong organizational and priority-setting skills.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings including related specifications and process documents.
• Ability to interpret purchase order requirements and perform evaluations of submitted test reports and certifications.
• Computer proficiency to include MS Office Suite and other industry-related software.
• Able to support on-site at the Radford manufacturing facility.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Background or knowledge of UT and RT methodologies.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $83900 - $142600

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.