Navy
ENGINEERING
NEC
NEC
U48A
VT MT and PT NDT Inspector
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Performs nondestructive tests using Visual, Magnetic Particle and Liquid Penetrant inspection methods in accordance with standards set forth in NSTM Chapter 074 Volume 2.
Core Skills
- visual inspection
- magnetic particle testing
- liquid penetrant testing
- weld defect detection
- inspection documentation
- technical standard interpretation
- surface preparation
- test equipment operation
- quality control reporting
Common Certifications
- ASNT NDT Level II
- American Welding Society Certified Welding Inspector
- NDT Level II Magnetic Testing
- NDT Level II Liquid Penetrant Testing
- NDT Level II Visual Testing
- NACE CIP Level 1
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
Civilian Career Paths
- MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
- CIVIL ENGINEERING
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ASNT NDT Level II Visual Testing
- ASNT NDT Level II Magnetic Particle Testing
- ASNT NDT Level II Liquid Penetrant Testing
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
Career Growth
- American Welding Society Certified Welding Inspector
- ASNT NDT Level III
- NACE CIP Level 2
- API 570
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.