Non-Destructive Testing Specialists

Interpret or evaluate test results in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, or procedures.

Interpret the results of all methods of non-destructive testing (NDT), such as acoustic emission, electromagnetic, leak, liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, neutron radiographic, radiographic, thermal or infrared, ultrasonic, vibration analysis, and visual testing.

Examine structures or vehicles such as aircraft, trains, nuclear reactors, bridges, dams, and pipelines, using non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques.

Select, calibrate, or operate equipment used in the non-destructive testing (NDT) of products or materials.

Identify defects in solid materials using ultrasonic testing techniques.

Prepare reports on non-destructive testing (NDT) results.

Document non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, processes, or results.

Supervise or direct the work of non-destructive testing (NDT) trainees or staff.

Produce images of objects on film, using radiographic techniques.

Make radiographic images to detect flaws in objects while leaving objects intact.

Map the presence of imperfections within objects, using sonic measurements.

Conduct liquid penetrant tests to locate surface cracks by coating objects with fluorescent dyes, cleaning excess penetrant, and applying developer.

Visually examine materials, structures, or components for signs of corrosion, metal fatigue, cracks, or other flaws, using tools and equipment such as endoscopes, closed circuit television systems, and fiber optics.

Identify defects in concrete or other building materials, using thermal or infrared testing.

Develop or use new non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, such as acoustic emission testing, leak testing, and thermal or infrared testing.

Evaluate material properties, using radio astronomy, voltage and amperage measurement, or rheometric flow measurement.