Nondestructive (NDT) Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Technician (Bethesda, MD)

Life Cycle Engineering
sick time, 401(k)

Aug 10, 2026
Nondestructive (NDT) Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Technician (Bethesda, MD) Join a high impact NDE team supporting advanced ultrasonic inspection of U.S. Navy systems, components, and materials. As a Nondestructive Ultrasonic Testing Technician III, you'll serve as a senior technical expert performing complex UT methods-ensuring structural integrity, fleet readiness, and compliance with NAVSEA standards. In this role, you will lead high complexity ultrasonic evaluations including UT thickness, shear wave, TOFD, and PAUT. You'll develop scan plans, write and validate procedures, and apply industry leading NDT techniques that directly support mission critical Navy programs. Your expertise will strengthen lifecycle sustainment, drive technology improvements, and advance innovative NDE capabilities across naval platforms. Responsibilities Perform and oversee advanced ultrasonic testing (UT) on Navy systems, weldments, and critical components. Develop, validate, and continuously improve NDT/UT procedures, scan plans, and inspection techniques. Lead root cause and defect analysis leveraging UT data, digital tools, and high precision evaluation methods. Support technology insertion, automation, and emerging ultrasonic techniques such as phased array (PAUT) and TOFD. Train, mentor, and guide Level I/II technicians; contribute to NDT program readiness and certification pathways. Document inspection results to meet NAVSEA, ASNT, NAS 410, and customer quality requirements. Collaborate across engineering, materials, and fleet support teams to enhance reliability and mission performance. Security Clearance Requirements: U.S. citizenship required Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD security clearance Required Qualifications Minimum 10 years of hands on nondestructive testing experience with background in ultrasonic inspection Preferred Skills & Certifications NDT/UT Level III certifications (ASNT, NAS 410, NAVSEA) Demonstrated expertise in PAUT, TOFD, shear wave, and advanced UT techniques Experience developing UT procedures, scan plans, and training materials for Level I/II technicians Familiarity with naval or defense systems, materials, weldments, and complex component inspection. Physical Demands and Expectations: Regular physical activity to include walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting (up to 30 pounds), and standing; occasionally prolonged sitting. Ability to speak, read, hear and write, without assistance. This position description represents a summary of the major components and requirements of the outlined job. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should immediately be addressed to the department manager or to Human Resources. LIFE CYCLE ENGINEERING Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is a privately held, employee-owned company with an emphasis on "doing the right thing the right way", which applies to the way we treat our customers and employees. We are proud to have been recognized as a "Best Place to Work" in Engineering and in many states and local communities in which we work! Learn more below and at www.lce.com . Mission Our mission is to enable people and organizations to achieve their full potential. As a professional services organization, our mission is focused on our clients' people and organizations. It is our company's cornerstone belief that we will not lead the industry in assisting our clients unless we excel at helping our own people and teams reach their full potential. Culture Our corporate culture encourages personal and professional growth because LCE's success depends on the talent, innovation, professionalism, and commitment of its employees. LCE is a strengths-based organization focused on turning individual talents into strengths and then turning individual strengths into organizational performance that supports our clients' success. Benefits Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Plans for employees and their families Free Employee Life and Disability Insurance, with supplemental coverage options available Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Account options Company matched 401(k) & company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Leave Continuing Education and Professional Development programs at all levels Flexible Schedules and Relaxed Dress Code Employer-sponsored events, social collaboration, and open communication Free access to an extensive online training library, including certification prep Bonus Program for outstanding contributions, Employee Referral Program, numerous Recognition Opportunities, and more... *Benefits may vary by business unit and location. Life Cycle Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, application for or service in the military or status as a disabled veteran or veteran, because of or on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation, and any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.