Navy
ENGINEERING
NEC
NEC
U49A
VT MT PT and RT NDT Inspector
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Performs nondestructive tests using Visual, Magnetic Particle, Liquid Penetrant and Radiographic inspection methods in accordance with standards set forth in NSTM Chapter 074 Volume 2.
Core Skills
- visual inspection
- magnetic particle testing
- liquid penetrant testing
- radiographic testing
- radiation safety
- weld evaluation
- defect interpretation
- inspection reporting
- quality assurance compliance
Common Certifications
- ASNT NDT Level II
- American Welding Society Certified Welding Inspector
- NDT Level II Radiographic Testing
- NDT Level II Magnetic Testing
- NDT Level II Liquid Penetrant Testing
- NDT Level II Visual Testing
- Radiation Safety Officer Certification
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
- Radiographic Testing Safety Course
Career Growth
- ASNT NDT Level II Radiographic Testing
- American Welding Society Certified Welding Inspector
- ASNT NDT Level III
- 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.