NDT Inspector Level III

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Santa Ana, CA
Salary
$191,000–$253,000 / yr
Posted
7 days ago

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Above market

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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

Anduril Industries currently has 2019 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · NDT Inspector Level III

Anduril’s Manufacturing Technology, Maritime Team is seeking a highly skilled NDT Inspector Level III to develop and oversee a comprehensive non-destructive testing program for maritime defense hardware. This role involves authoring and approving procedures compliant with NAVSEA standards, providing final determinations on inspection results, training staff, and qualifying new equipment and processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in multiple NDT methods such as UT, RT, PT, MT, and VT, along with a proven track record of developing and administering personnel qualification programs under NAVSEA 271 compliance. Familiarity with advanced materials like carbon fiber composites is preferred, as well as an active Secret or Top-Secret security clearance due to the sensitive nature of the work.

What you'll do

  • Author, review, and approve NDT procedures ensuring full compliance with NAVSEA requirements.
  • Provide final disposition on non-conforming indications as the primary technical authority for NDT results.
  • Train and certify NDT Level I and II personnel according to SNT-TC-1A standards.
  • Develop novel inspection techniques for new materials and advanced manufacturing processes.
  • Oversee and audit external NDT suppliers to ensure compliance with Anduril and NAVSEA standards.

What we're looking for

  • Verifiable work experience meeting NAVSEA T9074-AS-GIB-010/271 requirements for NDT Level III certification.
  • Current NDT Level III certification in at least three methods: UT, RT, PT, MT.
  • Experience developing and administering an NDT personnel qualification program per SNT-TC-1A and NAVSEA 6315.
  • Proven track record of acting as a responsible NDT Level III under NAVSEA 271 compliance programs.
  • Expertise in performing NDT on critical naval or defense structures, including welded assemblies, pressure vessels, castings, and forgings.

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