Position Description This UAW-represented position includes: Inspects weldments as well as cast and machined surfaces for weld, surface, and machining defects using a variety of visual, dimensional, and nondestructive procedures and tests. Identifies defects and initiates required documentation related to such defects. Visually examines: - Armor castings, armor plate and aluminum components (e.g., hulls, turrets, turret platforms, etc.) to determine compliance with required quality standards; - Machined surfaces and/or castings for rust, protective coatings, plugged machined holes, scratches, burns, excessive weld splatter, center line locations, excess paint and other defects; and - Welds (e.g., attaching appurtenances to hulls, turrets, etc.) for cracks, improper fusion, excessive weld splatter, etc. - Performs dimensional inspection of machined parts utilizing templates, gauges, micrometers, verniers, and other measuring devices. - Utilizes nondestructive testing methods (e.g., dye penetrants, magnaflux, ultrasonic inspection equipment for checking laminations and thickness, etc.) to supplement visual examinations of welds and castings. - Identifies defects and initiates required documentation related to defects such as check sheets, deficiency sheets, and other rejection documents. - Monitors rework / repair operations to ensure defects are repaired and repairs comply with established requirements and standards. - Performs other related duties as required including: * Stamping control numbers on components for tracking purposes; * Affixing inspection stamps as required; and * Initiating inspection travelers and move tickets. - Application of this classification is restricted to employees who successfully complete formal training programs and meet related test requirements where such programs and tests are required and / or who have demonstrated ability to: - Weld armor castings, armor plate and other ferrous and non-ferrous metals and understand and compensate for effects of welding on such metals; - Recognize weld defects resulting from improper welding amperage, temperature and other related factors; and perform nondestructive testing of components and welds utilizing dye penetrants, magnaflux, ultrasonic inspection equipment (for lamination and thickness tests, etc.). - Clean up his/her immediate work area. Under exceptional circumstances, may be assigned to perform general cleaning in the department area. - Pre and / or post operation and safety checks of equipment - May be required to verify that he has followed his written instructions. These instructions may include the appropriate operation sheets or quality assurance directives. - Perform administrative tasks relating to the classification. Position Requirements - Must be a U.S. Citizen. - Must successfully complete vetting process administered by Department of Army Police for unescorted facility access. - Must be at least 18 years of age and have high school diploma or equivalent (GED). - Must successfully complete pre-employment process including but may not be limited to background check, medical exam, and drug screen. - Must be able to obtain/maintain secret security clearance. - Must successfully complete formal training programs and meet test requirements, including but not limited to demonstrating ability to weld armor castings, weld armor plate and other ferrous and non-ferrous metals. - Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 60 lbs. - Climbing ladders. - Walking and standing on uneven surfaces. - Must be able to crawl, bend, kneel, stand, stoop, twist, sit, and stand. - Must be willing to work overtime as required. - Must be willing / able to work off shifts. Work Environment: - Lifting, carrying, pushing,