Have you always wanted to work overseas? Are you looking to expand your career with the opportunity to receive world-class training? 

An exciting career awaits you at ASC, Australia's submarine company - the sustainer of Australia's conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines in the AUKUS partnership. To deliver on this new and exciting work, we are seeking skilled trades individuals to undertake long-term, world-leading training in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, U.S.  

International placements are available commencing in April 2026, for a duration of approximately 27 months. Following placement, you will return to a permanent role located on Garden Island in WA, Australia. 

Responsibilities  

In the role of NDT Test Examiner, you will: 

• Provide technical leadership, oversight, and maintain certification for Level I and II inspectors 

• Create and maintain NDT and welding qualification procedures and training programs 

• Inspect materials for defects and interpret data from various testing methods 

• Verify proper calibration and safety checks of all testing equipment 

• Record results in digital platforms and prepare detailed inspection reports 

• Determine compliance with standards and approve or reject work as needed 

• Enforce safety regulations, especially in nuclear environments 

Eligibility Criteria  

The successful applicant must possess:  

• Current NDT Level II certification (or close to achieving) 

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in NDT, welding inspection, or QA environments 

• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret codes and standards 

• Excellent communication and leadership qualities 

• Ability to follow established processes and adhere to strict compliance requirements 

• Commitment to safety and quality in complex environments 

• Australian Citizenship  

• An ability to obtain and maintain a NV1 defence clearance  

Additional Details 

During deployment, you will receive on the job training combined with instructor led classroom training. This training program and work is carried out in accordance with company and US Navy processes and procedures.  

At the completion of your deployment, you will return to Western Australia (WA) to carry out the planning, management, and in-water maintenance activities on the United States Navy Virginia Class Submarines.  

Perth, Western Australia, offers an exceptional lifestyle with pristine beaches, expansive green spaces, and a dynamic cultural scene. As an emerging hub for defence and advanced manufacturing, the state provides strong career prospects alongside a balanced, outdoor-oriented way of life.  

Repatriation to WA is non-negotiable, so please consider this when applying.  

Please note: This is a Civilian role and recruitment processes will differ from those undertaken in Active Service Defence recruitment.  

Benefits  

We’re here to support you prior to departing for the US and when you are overseas. As an ASC employee working in the US, you will have access to a host of great benefits:  

• Be paid to work, train, and live in the United States 

• Work on US Virginia Class nuclear-powered submarines and learn cutting-edge nuclear technology  

• Have access to benefits and entitlements to support relocation and your time living and working in the US (such as cost-of-living allowances, housing assistance, family assistance)  

• Return home to a secure job with ASC in the future nuclear-powered submarine program  

• Access to ASC’s extensive employment benefits