NDT Technician 1

About the Role

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient, and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

At Exotic Metals Forming Division (EMFD), our highly talented team blends a passion for manufacturing with relentless customer support, making us the partner of choice for complex aerospace solutions. Working at EMFD is about being part of a team, a culture, and something bigger than each of us individually.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-destructive testing on a variety of sheet metal aircraft components.
• Process parts and interpret findings in accordance with specifications and requirements.
• Follow established NDT technique sheets and ensure any revisions meet Exotic and customer requirements.
• Accurately document inspection findings.
• May create and revise NDT technique sheets per requirements.
• Detect faulty processes and bring them to the attention of applicable NDT Tech or Supervisor.
• Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of NDT methods and techniques and propose solutions to problems impacting productivity.
• Check required dimensions using calipers, micrometers, and other inspection devices.
• Ensure proper documentation is entered on manufacturing planning (including correct quantities) and the paperless timecard system.
• Interpret and follow written instructions, sketches, schedules, drawings, and documents.
• Perform all work in accordance with established standards and safety procedures.
• May demonstrate basic operations to others.
• Work under direct oversight.
• Become certified in FPI and Radiographic Inspection.
• Possess adequate knowledge of Exotic manufacturing and NDT processes to anticipate problems and implement effective inspection techniques.

Requirements

• Knowledge of shop math and precision measurement equipment.
• Able to read and understand manufacturing planning, engineering blueprints, and sketches, and knows when to ask for clarification.
• Able to communicate and understand verbal and written instructions.
• Prefer prior experience in aerospace working to customer-developed procedures and standards.

Working Conditions

• Demonstrate proper and safe operation of equipment and personal protective equipment, including safety glasses/full face shield, hearing protection, respirator, and rubber gloves as required.

Physical Requirements

• Performs physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and frequent movement of the whole body, such as climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, balancing, and handling of material.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Pay

Pay Range: $23.50/hr to $37.10/hr

Participation in Annual Incentive Program.

Benefits

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision.
• Voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and critical illness insurance with competitive premium costs.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company-provided defined-contribution retirement plan with an annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave, short- and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership, and financial planning assistance at no cost.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.