Enlisted Nondestructive Inspection
What you’ll do
- Utilize state-of-the-art X-ray, ultrasonic, and eddy-current technology to scan airframes for microscopic structural flaws.
- Interpret radiographic images and diagnostic readouts to identify hidden metal fatigue or corrosion.
- Perform chemical fluid and wear-metal analysis on engine lubricating oils to predict potential engine failures before they happen.
TRAINING & EDUCATION
How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.
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BASIC MILITARY TRAINING
7.5 weeks
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TECHNICAL TRAINING
49 Days
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TECH SCHOOL LOCATION
Pensacola NAS, FL
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STATUS UPON COMPLETION
Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Nondestructive Testing Technology
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You must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score.
*High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year.
Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB.
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42 Mechanical (M)
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- Knowledge of aircraft construction features
- Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
- Must be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment
