Lead, NDT Inspector

Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of

Your work ties us all together, helping our team's function and operate. Experience opportunities to learn and be a part of an organization that has your back. And with competitive compensation and total rewards, you'll also enjoy our great perks.

Take charge of our day-to-day operations, so we remain the trusted source for aviation repair and maintenance. Work with your team to implement the right processes and practices across our organization to help ensure flight and product efficiency.

What you'll do:

• Ensures the functional and acceptable status of the non-destructive test equipment in accordance with the appropriate company process.

• Determines the acceptance of parts and components for surface condition in preparation for the non-destructive test process.

• Performs the specific non-destructive test process as identified in the shop order work instruction.

• Processes the part(s) in accordance with the appropriate company process.

• Inspects and interprets the test results.

• Responsible for reporting on the status and performance of the NDT function to the NDT Manager as applicable.

• Exercises leadership on NDT related topics, including improvements and Continuous Improvement (CI) projects.

• Marks all unacceptable discontinuities for location and dimension.

• Provides technical support to NDT Inspectors

• Documents the completion and test results of non-destructive test process.

• Ensures parts are cleaned following completion of NDT process and in acceptable condition for further processing.

• Performs equipment and material maintenance checks in accordance with the appropriate company process.

• Maintains records of all maintenance performed on the non-destructive test equipment and materials.

• Provides instruction and training to NDT inspectors in inspection methods and practices to provide consistent application of best practices.

• Leads the development and monitoring of NDT related training plans including continual and re-current training

• Liaisons with engineering, inspection and other personnel as required to assist in researching and solving non-destructive test process problems.

• Acts as a mentor to NDT personnel and works closely with the Training and Development Specialist where necessary.

• Maintains personal qualifications as stated in the appropriate company process.

• Moves between production assignments that utilize multiple skills endorsements as needed to support production requirements.

• Responsible for observing all applicable safety requirements and reporting immediately any unsafe practices/conditions.

• As required, may be assigned to perform selected duties of the NDT Inspector to meet operational goals.

• Carries out other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Strong planning, organizational, leadership, interpersonal, decision making, oral and written communication skills.

• Minimum level III in one NDT method

• Knowledgeable in and understanding of inherent and non-inherent discontinuities found in materials.

• Knowledgeable in the Workplace Health & Safety requirements.

• Maintain internal non-destructive test process approval.

• Ability to read, understand and interpret blueprints

• Proficient in technical writing.

• Excellent decision-making skills to ensure compliance to all customer, regulatory and company requirements.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (unassisted) for approximately 25% of the average work day.

• Regularly required to sit and stand for prolonged periods.

• Working knowledge of production management computer system and other related internal control systems.

• Currently authorized to work in the Unites States without sponsorship.