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BWXT’s Nuclear Operations Group - Lynchburg is currently seeking a Research & Test Reactor (RTR) Quality Control (QC) NDT Technologist for its Lynchburg, VA location!

The RTR Quality Control NDT Technologist role is responsible for providing RTR NDT support to the UPRR Research and Test Reactors Quality Control team. This position requires the use and knowledge of NDT methods to process products for inspection and develop operating and test procedures..

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Establishes well-documented and appropriately executed NDT inspection techniques and methods for the verification of product attributes to working and design limits.
• Sets up and calibrates equipment, conduct tests with appropriate NDT techniques; interpret, evaluate, and document results.
• Develops and provides technical input for proposals and development activities. Reviews existing customer requirements and verifies NDT requirement conformance.
• Provides On-The-Job Training (OJT) to NDT trainees as well as NDT Level I and NDT Level II inspectors.
• Oversees or assists the qualification of new and/or updated NDT equipment and troubleshoots existing NDT inspection equipment.
• Develops and revises procedures to verify conformance to contract requirements.
• Reviews NDT inspection data to working and design requirements.
• Supports customer audits and inspections; performs internal audits and inspections.
• Identifies and implements continuous improvement for NDT inspections.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of an Associate’s degree in a technical field OR a high school diploma or equivalent plus four (4) years of related experience.
• Prior certification as an NDT level II technician or equivalent certification with adequate experience to certify to Level III per SNT-TC-1A standard in one or more of the following specialties required: Ultrasonic Testing and Visual Testing. Ultrasonic Testing is a give preference.
• Must be familiar with the scope and limitation of the methods which certified and capable of directing the work of trainees, NDT Level I, and NDT Level II inspectors.
• Must be familiar with the codes, standards, and other contractual documents that control the NDT techniques.
• Must be capable of developing processes, procedures, and equipment specifications based upon customer specifications.
• Must possess strong technical writing skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate superior written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be able to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment in order to anticipate and address complex technical issues.
• Must be a US Citizen with no dual citizenship.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.

Pay: $54,000 - $80,000

The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $54,000 and $80,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.

BWXT supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.

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