You will serve as a NON-DESTRUCTIVE TEST INSPECTOR (CRITICAL SKILLS) in the NDT Production Support Branch, Nondestructive Test and Non-nuclear Inspection Division, Code 135, Quality Assurance Office of PEARL HARBOR NSY AND IMF.

Duties

You will perform complex nondestructive test and analysis on complex and non-routine mechanical components, piping systems, and structural assemblies related to Naval surface ships and submarines and nuclear propulsion plants. You will utilize knowledge of mathematics (algebra, geometry, and trigonometry, physics, and a physical and chemical properties of the materials being inspected. You will examine metals, composites, ceramics, plastics, and other materials for internal and external structural defects, delaminations, corrosion, and moisture penetration. You will perform surface Inspections using Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT) and Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) inspection methods. You will interpret, evaluate, and analyze test results by discriminating electromagnetic signatures, waveforms, digital images, and the density of processed firm. You will detect surface discontinuities in both ferrous and nonferrous materials and welds. You will establish proper calibration by independently adjusting equipment settings and/or programs. You will ensure that other personnel observe all safety rules and regulations in accordance with Nuclear Regulatory commission. You will use various inspection equipment and technologies In the fields of Manual and Automated Ultrasonic Testing (UT), X-Ray and Isotope (Gamma) Radiographic Testing (RT), and Eddy Current Heat Exchanger Tubing Testing (ET) inspection methods.

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.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing.
• 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.
• This position requires the ability to perform duties in areas reached by ascending or descending ladders, staging, etc.
• This position requires to perform inspections in confined spaces for prolonged periods of time in standing, stooping, or crouching positions.
• This position requires muscular coordination, visual activity, and be emotionally stable to make decisions on unusual situations.
• This position requires lifting and carrying generally not in excess of 44 pounds.

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 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 PEARL HARBOR NSY AND IMF 667 Safeguard Street Pearl Harbor, HI 96860-5033 US
• Name: Department of Navy EIC
• Email: [email protected]