Military Non-Destructive Testers
Military Career
General Information
Description
Non-destructive testers find the smallest imperfections and take necessary corrective measures to keep the Military's equipment working safely. They utilize everything from x-rays to ultrasound to perform the job.
Explore this career outside the MilitaryWork Environment
Non-destructive testers work indoors in laboratories and aircraft hangars. They also work outdoors in shipyards and in the field.
Workplace at a Glance
What you can expect to experience while on the job
- Responsibility
- Exposure to job hazards
- Physical activity
- Decision making
- Repetitiveness
- Level of competition
- Time pressure
Comparable Industries
- Manufacturing
Military Outlook
Service Branches
Jobs in this career field may be available in other service branches. Call or email a particular branch for more info.
Army
Marine Corps
Navy
Air Force
Coast Guard
Space ForceMilitary Status
- Enlisted
- Hands-on/specialized
- High school diploma required
Military Workforce
Non-Destructive Testers in the Military
33,255
Salary
Salary Information
Median Military Salary This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.
$54,018
Military Salary Range Salary varies based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location. Learn more about Military benefits.
$22,641 - $174,077
What makes up a Military salary?
Military salaries include a lot more than just base pay.
They also offer:
- Housing allowances
- Subsistence allowances
- Special and incentive pays
- Cost-of-living allowances
- Hazardous-duty pay
- Bonuses
Learn more about what goes into a salary with the compensation estimator
Learn more about military insurance and retirement benefits
Education
Most Common Education Levels
People in this career achieve this level of education.
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High school 68%
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Some college 9%
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Associate's degree 9%
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Bachelor's degree 4%
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Post baccalaureate 4%
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Post-secondary certificate 4%
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Master's degree 0%
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Doctoral degree 0%
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Less than high school 0%
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Post-doctoral training 0%
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Post-master's certificate 0%
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First professional degree 0%
Military training
All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training. Non-destructive testers in the Military will gain skills through classroom study and on-the-job experience. Job-specific training content may include: Methods for inspecting parts and weldsOperation of X-ray and film processing equipmentOperation of ultrasonic test equipmentPreparation of test reports
Read MoreSkills at a Glance
Skills helpful in this career
- Verbal skills
- Critical thinking & problem solving
- Equipment operation & maintenance
- Math & science skills
- Technology design & control
- Leadership
Related College Majors
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Knowledge
- Engineering and Technology
- Education and Training
- Computers and Electronics
- Mathematics
- Physics
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