Non-Destructive Testing Specialists
Experience performing visual, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, and ultrasonic inspections under NSTM standards directly overlaps civilian nondestructive testing work.
How to prepare: Create a method-by-method summary of your inspection experience and compare it with a target employer's testing procedures to identify preparation gaps.
What the civilian work involves
- Interpret or evaluate test results in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, or procedures.
- Identify defects in solid materials, using ultrasonic testing techniques.
- Prepare reports on non-destructive testing results.
Civilian tools and software (examples)
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word