Non-Destructive Evaluation and Testing Engineer

Position Introduction:

The Sooner Advanced Manufacturing Laboratory (SAML) at the University of Oklahoma, operating under the Office of the Vice President for Research and Partnerships (OVPRP), is seeking a Non-Destructive Evaluation and Testing Engineer. This role serves as the lead technical expert for SAML's high-energy industrial microfocus X-ray Computed Tomography (CT) system (ZEISS METROTOM 800 320kV).

The engineer will develop scan protocols, optimize high-voltage penetration parameters, perform 3D volumetric reconstructions, evaluate internal defect structures (porosity, voids, inclusions), and execute high-precision coordinate metrology. This work supports qualification and airworthiness certification frameworks for aerospace and defense applications, while contributing to technical training programs for the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) and Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex (OC-ALC). This is an on-site position at SAML's manufacturing facility in Norman, Oklahoma.

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Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3 years related experience

Department Preferences:

• Master's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 1 to 5+ years of hands-on experience operating industrial X-ray CT systems or high-precision 3D coordinate measuring machines (CMMs).
• Proficiency with ZEISS METROTOM OS, ZEISS INSPECT X-ray Pro, or equivalent volumetric analysis software (e.g., Volume Graphics VGSTUDIO MAX).
• Solid understanding of X-ray physics, beam attenuation, and artifact mitigation techniques (scatterControl, beam hardening, ring artifact reduction) for high-density metal specimens.
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles and nominal-to-actual CAD-to-mesh verification.
• Experience utilizing Python scripting APIs for automated batch processing and data extraction.ASNT Level II or III certification in Radiographic Testing (RT) / Computed Tomography (CT), AUKOM Level 1, or formal radiation safety credentials.
• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance