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Why Your Company Needs a Qualified NDT Responsible Level III

  • Don Speake
  • Jul 15
  • 2 min read

In today’s regulatory and quality-driven environment, having a qualified NDT Responsible Level III on your team isn’t just a best practice—it’s a necessity. Whether you're in aerospace, defense, industrial maintenance, or manufacturing, the role of the Level III is critical for compliance, safety, and reliability. At EchoTech NDT Solutions, we provide contracted Level III services to support your operations without the overhead of a full-time hire.


What is an NDT Responsible Level III?

A Level III is the technical authority over your company’s NDT program. Under ASNT SNT-TC-1A, NAS 410, or similar standards, the Level III is responsible for:

  • Developing and approving written practices

  • Certifying NDT personnel

  • Writing and approving NDT procedures

  • Providing technical guidance and interpretation

  • Performing audits and quality reviews

  • Ensuring compliance with customer, industry, and regulatory requirements


When Do You Need a Level III?

If your business performs or contracts NDT—especially for regulated industries—you need a Level III to:

  • Establish and maintain a compliant certification program

  • Oversee testing and documentation for third-party audits or client inspections

  • Support contract requirements under API, ASME, AWS, ASTM, or NAS 410

  • Provide technical backup for field inspectors and QA/QC staff


EchoTech's Level III Services Include:

  • Written practice development (ASNT SNT-TC-1A / NAS 410)

  • Procedure generation and approval (UT, MT, PT, VT, ET, Thermography)

  • Personnel testing and certification

  • Subcontractor and internal audits

  • Ongoing program maintenance and consultation

  • Oversight for MRO, aerospace, chemical, and power generation clients


Aviation & MRO Capabilities

We support aviation and aerospace clients by ensuring NAS 410-compliant programs, helping meet FAA, OEM, and DoD requirements. From Blackhawk helicopter MROs to Part 145 shops, we deliver experienced oversight that ensures compliance, safety, and documentation integrity.


Why Companies Choose EchoTech as Their Contract Level III

  • Certified ASNT Level III in multiple methods

  • Experienced across aviation, industrial, and utilities

  • Flexible support: monthly retainer + hourly or project-based

  • Professional, objective, and code-driven

  • Based in Alabama, serving clients throughout GA, FL, MS, TN, SC, NC and beyond


Need Level III support but don’t need a full-time hire? Let’s talk. We can support your operation with the technical depth, documentation, and credibility you need to stay compliant and competitive.


Call EchoTech NDT Solutions at 334-415-2992

 
 
 

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