Nondestructive Examination Technician (NDE) Level I (1st shift)

This position will require access to ITAR and/or EAR controlled technical data, technology or source code, and requires that all individuals in this role be authorized to access such information.

About the Role

The Quality Assurance, Level I NDE Technician reports to the Quality Assurance Supervisor. This position shall perform the functions and methods for which certifications are required.

Schedule

• Monday–Thursday: 7:00 AM–4:30 PM
• Working Fridays: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
• Off every other Friday and weekends
• Overtime opportunities based upon company needs

Responsibilities

• Perform RT and/or UT NDE inspections
• Monitor material and supplies, including inspection consumables (film, chemicals, etc.) inventories
• Order materials and supplies
• Maintain equipment calibrations and maintenance cycles
• Perform system checks and calibrations of inspection equipment
• Support service and maintenance of equipment
• Assist in maintaining radiation monitoring and other required systems
• Support development of inspection techniques
• Evaluate new jobs and programs and assist in the development of techniques as needed (working with REDAR Level III or Principal NDE Level III)
• Perform RT and/or UT examinations on REDAR manufactured and procured product
• Perform NDE system self-audits
• Monitor flow and traceability of product submitted to the department
• Support production operations
• Perform standard visual and dimensional inspections on product, when applicable
• Interface with production personnel to ensure complete and accurate NDE inspections are performed and documented
• Support Cause and Corrective Action (CCA) investigations
• Other duties as required

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Visual acuity Jaeger 1 or equivalent and 20/40 minimum vision required, corrected or uncorrected
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in NDE of aerospace hardware, specifically with composites, rubber, and bonded structures, preferred, OR prior certification or qualification to Level I in an NDE method, including objective evidence of 40-hour classroom training
• Successful completion of the Level I examination for RT and/or Level I examination for UT in accordance with RQC 0526 (NAS 410) – administered by REDAR Principal Level 3
• Strong mathematical skills