Engineering Technical Specialist - Certified Weld Inspector

Job Title: Engineering Technical Specialist -Certified Weld Inspector

Location: Arnold AFB, TN

Function/Branch: Engineering/Engineering Solutions

Directorate: Engineering & Tech Support

Position Type: Regular, Full Time

Pay Type: Exempt

Grade: T07

Salary Range: $71,000 - $104,000 / year

Open to internal and external candidates.

****Current U.S. Citizenship is required****

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Overview

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for an Engineering Technical Specialist - Weld Inspector, supporting the Test Operations and Sustainment Contract at AEDC in Arnold AFB, TN. The Technical Specialist will be working as a member of the Engineering Solutions branch responsible for supporting the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts. The Engineering Solutions branch performs cutting edge technology development work in support of the National Defense Strategy.

Open to internal and external candidates.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will support the Chemical & Metallurgical Services group, ensuring the successful implementation of the BNH welding program. The Weld Inspector is responsible for ensuring the welding qualification program, welding production, and welding documentation are in compliance with applicable codes and AEDC procedures. The Weld Inspector will perform inspections for, and communicate with, personnel across the base in multiple facilities and disciplines. Additionally, the Weld Inspector will work closely with the Materials Engineer and the NDT department to identify gaps and/or improvements related to welding processes and procedures.

Job Duties:

Maintain the welding program to comply with ASME, AWS, and other fabrication codes including welding procedures, welder qualifications, and inspection requirements.
• Provide testing services, administer, and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications, Procedure Qualification Records, and Welder Performance Qualifications in accordance with appropriate Codes
• Specify welding parameters to production personnel, including procedure assignments, inspection and test requirements
• Review design drawings for welding, special process, and inspection requirements and recommend changes as needed.
• Review welding procedure specifications, building and welding plans, equipment calibration, and welding materials; develop WPSs
• Assist production personnel in resolving problems with machining, welding, heat treatment, etc
• Monitor the welding process, conduct inspections, and identify and supervise repairs
• Monitor and inspect field welds for conformance with codes
• Verify safety requirements compliance
• Review and approve welding procedures
• Verify welder and welding procedure qualification compliance
• Review submittals from subcontractors/vendors for accuracy and compliance
• Support the use of common work processes and procedures within assigned function across the TOS contract
• It is a condition of employment to wear company issued PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy.
• Perform other related duties as required

Basic Qualifications:

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification OR Bachelor's degree in welding, material science, welding engineering plus a minimum of three years of progressive and relevant welding experience
• Current U.S. Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) to ten (10) years of experience in a facility engaged in the fabrication and installation of parts produced by welding, machining, and heat treatment
• Broad Knowledge of and experience with industry Codes, including ASME Boiler, Pressure Vessel, and Piping Codes, NBIC, and AWS Structural Welding Codes; and standards, such as ASTM, AMS, and ASME material specifications
• Experience interpreting drawings, blueprints, and engineering documents
• NDE Level II certified per ASNT-TC-1A in the following methods: MT, PT, VT, UT, and RT
• Experience using XRF technology to positivity identify material
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector certification
• Proficient computer skills
• Highly motivated, self-directed, and strong leader
• Effective written and verbal communication

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

Beyond New Horizons (BNH) is a fully populated joint venture of Astrion and Fluor Federal Services, Inc. formed to provide unmatched Test Operations and Sustainment services for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex.

We chose our name to serve as an enduring reminder of our commitment to AEDC's rich aerospace research and development legacy anchored in AEDC's Toward New Horizons founding study and the unprecedented opportunities to greatly expand AEDC's capabilities and capacity Beyond those existing today. Leveraging the capabilities of our parent companies, BNH specializes in testing and evaluation for military and space systems combined with proven capability in large-scale Government program management, integration, engineering, and construction services for specialized and technically advanced high-hazard facilities.

Join our Team!

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