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Non Destructive Test Engineer

Northrop Grumman

Beavercreek, OHJob$76–114K/yrSeen 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$76–114K/yr
Location
Beavercreek, OH
Work Authorization
Citizenship required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

NAS410 Level III Certification Or Experience, requiredSecret clearance, required

Job overview

Northrop Grumman seeks an NDT Engineer for its Mission Assurance organization in Beavercreek, Ohio. The role inspects composite aerospace components and other energetic and non-energetic articles, develops and implements nondestructive inspection techniques, methods, and procedures, and works with design, project, and quality engineers to select and implement NDT methods that support product quality at the lowest cost.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Ultrasonic Inspection, requiredNondestructive Inspection, nice to haveASNT Level III Certification, nice to have

Qualifications

HS+8 Yrs or AA+6 Yrs or Bachelor's+4 Yrs Ultrasonic Inspection, requiredNAS410 Level III Certification or Experience, requiredActive DoD Clearance, requiredAbility to Obtain Special Program Access, requiredSpecial Program Access, nice to haveWork Any Shift, required

Benefits

Relocation Assistance
Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking an Engineer NDT to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Beavercreek, OH where technology and teamwork come together. The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman's Mission Assurance organization working in a collaborative environment while promoting a positive and proactive teamwork environment.

Responsible for the inspection composite aerospace components, and other energetic and non-energetic articles. This position is responsible for developing and implementing unique nondestructive inspection techniques, methods, and procedures. Works with design, project and quality engineers through the development process to select and implement the best NDT method to ensure product quality at lowest cost.

NDT Engineer Basic Qualifications:

  • HS Diploma and 8 years of work experience directly related to Ultrasonic inspection and at least 1 year documented Level 3 certification/experience per NAS410 will be considered or AA degree and 6 years of work experience directly related to Ultrasonic inspection and at least 1 year documented Level 3 certification/experience per NAS410 or Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 4 years Ultrasonic inspection experience.

  • Active DoD Clearance with the ability to obtain Special Program Access

  • Must be able to work any shift

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Multiple Level III ASNT certifications

  • Special Program Access

Primary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Job Category: Mission and Quality Assurance

How this job compares

Set against the 4,363 open Quality Assurance jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 15, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$76–114K/yr
  • Ohio median$82–124K/yr45 salary ranges
  • US median$88–143K/yr2,056 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $95K, is 11% below the Ohio median midpoint ($107K) — in the middle half of Quality Assurance salary ranges in Ohio.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 158 open Quality Assurance jobs in Ohio and 4,363 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Ohio
Experience
This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Quality Assurance postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (3,421 postings).
Education
1,490 of the 4,363 open Quality Assurance jobs (34%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 15, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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