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Senior Nondestructive Testing Specialist (Level II)
The Entwistle Company is hiring a seasoned Level II NDT professional who’s eager to build a long-term career in a collaborative, innovative manufacturing environment. Your work will directly enable mission-critical components for U.S. and allied defense programs—real impact, every day.
A day in the life
- Independently plan and execute inspections, selecting the most suitable method based on part geometry, complexity, and specification requirements.
- Identify nonconformances, notify manufacturing/assembly teams, and drive corrective and preventive actions through to verified effectiveness.
- Document results thoroughly and produce inspection reports per established procedures.
- Perform final inspections and functional tests on finished assemblies; lead first article inspections.
- Conduct first-piece inspections on complex parts; validate vendor-delivered items for specification and certification compliance.
- Operate a broad range of precision tools and equipment, including micrometers, height stands, surface plates, gauges (thread, plug, plating thickness), hardness testers, optical comparators, and gauge blocks.
- Support and expand capability to perform NDT in accordance with T9074-AS-G1B-010/271; perform magnetic particle examinations per ASTM E1444 and NAVSEA -271.
- Develop technique sheets and perform magnetic particle inspections per ASTM E1444.
- Develop technique sheets and execute liquid penetrant inspections to applicable specifications.
- Assist with vendor audits and, after training, independently qualify/accept vendors at their sites.
- Keep the work area organized and safe; comply with all health and safety requirements.
- Take on additional related duties as assigned.
What you’ll gain
- 401k – 4% match on 5% deferrals
- PTO – Up to 5 weeks
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Employer Paid Short-term Disability
- Employer provided Paid Family/Medical Leave
- Generous Health Insurance Coverage
- Dental Insurance AND Vision Insurance
- Safety Shoes & Glasses reimbursements
- Employee Appreciation Events
Competitive pay based on experience.
What you bring
- Associate’s degree or equivalent technical training
- 4–5 years of inspection experience
- Level II NDT Certification in VT, MT, and PT to SNT-TC-1A and/or NAS 410
- Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to juggle priorities and meet business timelines
Our mission and values
- Be an indispensable provider of mission-critical defense components and systems across air, land, sea, and space—known for specialized capabilities, superior quality, and dependability.
- Design, manufacture, and build-to-print innovative, cost-effective products.
- Empower DoD, Prime, and Foreign Military customers—and the U.S. warfighter—to succeed in their missions.
Our values guide every decision: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, Commitment.
Related Military Job Codes
- Army MOS: 91B – Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
- Navy NEC: HT – Hull Technician
- Air Force AFSC: 2A7X2 – Nondestructive Inspection
- Marine Corps MOS: 6018 – Aviation Quality Assurance Representative
- Coast Guard Rating: DC – Damage Controlman
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