Navy
ENGINEERING
NEC
NEC
U50A
VT MT PT and UT 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 Ultrasonic inspection methods in accordance with standards set forth in NSTM Chapter 074 Volume 2.
Core Skills
- visual inspection
- magnetic particle testing
- liquid penetrant testing
- ultrasonic testing
- equipment calibration
- weld defect analysis
- material condition assessment
- inspection documentation
- technical compliance
Common Certifications
- ASNT NDT Level II
- American Welding Society Certified Welding Inspector
- NDT Level II Ultrasonic Testing
- NDT Level II Magnetic Testing
- NDT Level II Liquid Penetrant Testing
- NDT Level II Visual Testing
- API 570
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
- ASNT NDT Level II Ultrasonic Testing
Career Growth
- American Welding Society Certified Welding Inspector
- ASNT NDT Level III
- API 570
- API 510
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.