Location: Monroeville, Pennsylvania
Job Title: Nondestructive Evaluation Engineer
Status: Full-time Professional
Annual Salary Range: $77,600 - $146,500
*Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Job SummaryAs a Nondestructive Evaluation engineer at BPMI, you will perform technical functions to execute the BPMI mission in areas including but not limited to performing engineering activities involving the development, application, evaluation, and oversight of nondestructive testing methods, processes, procedures, and inspections supporting the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. The role supports technical evaluations, production inspection oversight, problem resolution, training, technical documentation, and stakeholder coordination for systems, materials, equipment, and components. Stakeholders may include NR, DCMA, NAVSEA, NNL, shipyards, suppliers, and other internal and external organizations.
Essential Duties:- Prepare for and maintain qualification in appropriate nondestructive testing methods and techniques, including visual, ultrasonic, liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, radiographic, and leak testing.
- Analyze inspection results, technical data, vendor documentation, and supporting information to identify inconsistencies, conditions requiring further evaluation, or potential compliance concerns.
- Interpret nondestructive testing specifications, procedures, acceptance standards, engineering drawings, and applicable Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP) requirements.
- Contribute to the development and delivery of nondestructive testing training for Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), BPMI, Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL), shipyards, and suppliers.
- Develop or revise nondestructive testing procedures, technical reports, evaluations, and other engineering documents in accordance with Naval Reactors (NR) Program quality standards.
- Apply established engineering methods to the study, design, application, analysis, and testing of nondestructive testing processes for systems, materials, equipment, and components.
- Participate in the oversight of production inspections and evaluate the proper application of nondestructive testing techniques, procedures, equipment, and acceptance criteria.
- Present technical findings, inspection status, emerging concerns, and recommended actions to immediate management and project stakeholders.
- Modify technical procedures, specifications, training materials, or evaluation approaches based on inspection results, operating experience, and approved requirements.
- Research nondestructive testing technologies, inspection limitations, material conditions, and production issues to support technical evaluations and problem resolution.
- Coordinate with engineering, quality, procurement, project management, Government, shipyard, laboratory, and supplier stakeholders to obtain information and resolve defined technical matters.
- Prepare letters to the Government that communicate technical information, recommend approval of technical actions, or request approval of funding.
- Domestic travel (20-25%) to key Program and supplier sites including shipyard collaboration partners. Infrequent international travel may be required in support of trilateral partnerships.
- The essential duties identified are representative but are not intended to be an exhaustive or inclusive list of all the responsibilities of the position.
What You Can Expect:- A culture that values people through recognition of accomplishments, work-life balance, and a sense of community.
- A diverse group of talented individuals working toward the common goal of supporting the United States Navy in their pursuit of national security.
- Competitive and attractive pay and benefits with a stable organization.
- Opportunities to participate in BPMI sponsored committees and clubs, each with their own mission and purpose.
- Career advancement and professional development programs.
Minimum Job Requirements:- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Metallurgical, Aerospace, Materials Engineering, or related technical degree, from an accredited college or university.
- A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience.
- Ten (10) or more years of completed education and/or relevant experience may be considered to satisfy educational and years of experience requirements.
- Natural or corrected near distance acuity such that the individual is capable of reading J1 letters on the ANST 2224 Jaeger Eye Card for near vision, or equivalent type test. This requirement shall be met with either or both eyes.
- The ability to distinguish colors to one of the following degrees: Normal color vision; no color blindness exists. Impaired color vision, but with demonstrated adequate color discrimination and contract for the inspection method. Individuals determined to be color blind may still interpret inspection results if they can demonstrate, by inspection of test props or production pieces, that they possess adequate color discrimination and contrast, and can identify the inspection materials to such a degree that their color blindness does not reduce their ability to perform the required evaluation.
- Requires a security clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy security clearance is required.
Preferred Job Requirements:- Minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred for recent college graduates.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Outlook, etc.) and other commonly used business applications or role specific applications.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills - including effective technical writing skills. • Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, with strong attention to detail and deadlines. Committed to maintaining high standards of quality.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive working relationships, both internally and externally.
- Ability to adapt to evolving project requirements while maintaining compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and applicable regulations. Strong desire to learn and adapt to new challenges.
- Experience applying one or more nondestructive testing methods, including visual, ultrasonic, liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, radiographic, eddy current, or leak testing.
- Level I, II, or III nondestructive testing certification in one or more methods and experience applying ASNT SNT-TC-1A requirements.
- Experience supporting nondestructive testing procedure development or review, production inspection oversight, technical evaluations, or problem resolution in naval nuclear, nuclear, defense, shipbuilding, manufacturing, or another highly regulated environment.
