Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other
SOC Code: 17-3029
Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Others interpret the results of all methods of non-destructive testing (ndt), such as acoustic emission, electromagnetic, leak, liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, neutron radiographic, radiographic, thermal or infrared, ultrasonic, vibration analysis, and visual testing. This career typically requires moderate-term on-the-job training (months to 1 year). With an AI-proof score of 78.8/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Quality Control Analysis, Quality Control Analysis, Reading Comprehension.
Median Salary
$77,390
Job Growth
1.5%
Training Time
Moderate-term on-the-job training (months to 1 year)
Job Zone
Zone 2 / 5
Training Cost
~$5,000
Key Skills
- •Quality Control Analysis
- •Reading Comprehension
- •Critical Thinking
- •Active Learning
- •Monitoring
- •Active Listening
- •Troubleshooting
Common Tasks
- ✓Interpret the results of all methods of non-destructive testing (NDT), such as acoustic emission, electromagnetic, leak, liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, neutron radiographic, radiographic, thermal or infrared, ultrasonic, vibration analysis, and visual testing.
- ✓Interpret or evaluate test results in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, or procedures.
- ✓Identify defects in solid materials, using ultrasonic testing techniques.
- ✓Make radiographic images to detect flaws in objects while leaving objects intact.
- ✓Prepare reports on non-destructive testing results.
Training & Resources
Why AI-Proof?
- ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
- ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
- ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
- ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation