Northrop Grumman Mission Systems SkillBridge Program is looking for a talented NDT Tech 3 (Skillbridge) to join our team in Charlottesville, VA.
SkillBridge Program Description:
As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation’s military personnel navigate their next chapter into civilian careers. Approximately 20% of Northrop Grumman’s 100,000 employees self-identify as veterans, and more than 2,000 are reservists.
The Northrop Grumman SkillBridge Program is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The program is an opportunity for service members preparing for civilian careers to gain valuable civilian work experience during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The SkillBridge Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.
Responsibilities for SkillBridge Program participation are:
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman – SkillBridge Program (SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge. Through this program, the service-member will work on site with their host company, gaining experience in an entry to mid-level career path. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.
Goals – Provide separating service-members with job skills training in a professional setting during the final phase of their military service. This program is specifically designed to offer hands-on experience that result in the potential to convert to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Participants will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.
Objectives - Service Members who complete the SkillBridge program will be highly trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission “Defining Possible” on Day 1. This program provides comprehensive hands-on experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.
Outcome – Offer service-members preparing for civilian careers a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.
SkillBridge Eligibility:
Has served at least 180 days on active duty
Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
Will receive an honorable discharge
Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.
IMPORTANT – Complete the SkillBridge prescreening questions online – Click here to access
Job Description:
Perform inspections of Welded Assemblies utilizing Visual Inspection (VT) and Liquid Penetrant (PT) Non-Destructive Testing Methods.
Complete Daily Performance Checks to ensure Penetrant System is functioning correctly.
Document inspections utilizing NDT report forms and company ERP system.
Use various measuring equipment to include Calipers, Micrometers, Weld Fillet/Undercut/Depth gages, Protractors and Rulers.
Provide inspection support to Receiving Inspection, Shipping Inspection and Hydraulic Assembly Inspection as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications for the NDT Tech 3:
High School Diploma or equivalent with 4 years of relevant experience.
Must be able to provide documentation of former certification of SNT-TC-1A or NAS410 Level II in Visual Testing (VT) and Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT) or military equivalency meeting minimum classroom and OJT hours)
Ability to pass Near Vision and Color Perception Test.
Perform physical requirements of this position including lifting up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
US Citizenship Required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Associates degree in Non-Destructive Testing or STEM discipline.
Previous certification to AWS B5.2 as a Welding Inspector Specialist.
Active Secret Clearance.
Experience with NAVSEA Tech Pubs and associated specifications.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent with 4 years of relevant experience
- Former SNT-TC-1A or NAS410 Level II certification in Visual Testing and Liquid Penetrant Testing, or equivalent military certification meeting minimum classroom and on-the-job training hours
- Ability to pass a near-vision test
- Ability to pass a color-perception test
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform the physical requirements of the position
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
- U.S. citizenship
- Associate degree in Non-Destructive Testing or a STEM discipline
- Previous AWS B5.2 certification as a Welding Inspector Specialist
- Active Secret clearance
- Experience with NAVSEA technical publications and associated specifications
- At least 180 days of active-duty service
- Within 12 months of separation or retirement
- Expected honorable discharge
- Completion of service TAPS or TGPS
- Ethics brief participation within the last 12 months
- Written authorization from the unit commander to participate in SkillBridge before the internship starts
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