You will serve as a Nondestructive Test Inspector in the Radiography Operations Branch (135.3), Nondestructive Test and Nonnuclear Inspection Division, Quality Assurance Office of NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD.

Duties

You will review completed work for adherence to inspection policy and program objectives. You will provide direction and resolutions to shop supervisors, ships' force and design personnel. You will ensure material, processes and fabrication techniques meet specification and contractual requirements. You will operate complex NDT equipment such as densitometers, optical comparators, and x-ray film processors. You will utilize knowledge of advanced mathematics including algebra, geometry and trigonometry to complete assigned tasks. You will interpret and comprehend diagrams, blueprints, specifications and interrelated procedure and technique requirements to meet critical job applications.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• This is a bargaining unit position.
• You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
• Work is performed in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present (e.g. fumes, dust, heat, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and chemicals). You will be required to participate in medical surveillance programs.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
• You will be required to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds in weight.
• You will be required to distinguish between colors and shades of colors.

Qualifications

Although 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 Performing nondestructive testing and analysis on mechanical components, piping systems, and structural assemblies; Inspecting nuclear reactor plant components; Using ultrasonic testing (UT), X-Ray and Isotope (Gamma) Radiographic Testing (RT), and Eddy Current Heat Exchanger Tubing Testing (ET) inspection methods. Performing surface inspections using liquid penetrant testing (PT), and magnetic particle testing (MT) inspection methods; Interpreting and evaluating test results by discriminating electromagnetic signatures, waveforms, digital images, and the density of processed film; Performing calibration and safety checks of test equipment prior to and after performance of inspections; Ensuring radioisotopes are safely handled; Performing eddy current inspections using bobbin probes; Monitoring and controlling the radiography areas to ensure total workforce safety. 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.

Contacts

• Address NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD NNSY Portsmouth, VA 23709 US
• Name: Department of Navy EIC
• Email: [email protected]