NDT Level IIIThe NDT Level III serves as a technical authority for nondestructive testing processes within the NDT department, reporting to Engineering Department Management. This position will provide advanced expertise, oversight, and support to ensure the effective execution of inspection methods in compliance with customer, regulatory, and internal requirements. This role is responsible for developing, qualifying, and optimizing NDT techniques; supporting production operations; and mentoring Level I and Level II Inspectors. Operating alongside the Responsible Level III, this position focuses on technical leadership in NDT method application, training, procedure development, and engineering integration.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Follow established safety protocols and guidelines to ensure full compliance with company safety policies and procedures. Develop and deploy work instructions that comply with OEM manuals, and customer and regulatory requirements. Provide technical support for in-process and final inspections of aerospace components. Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to Level I and Level II NDT Technicians to support skill development and ensure adherence to established inspection standards and procedures. Recommend and apply appropriate NDT methods for root cause determination, while documenting findings and supporting corrective actions. Work closely with engineering, quality, production, and inspection teams to align inspection strategies with product requirements. Support compliance with industry standards such as NAS-410, ASTM, and applicable FAA/EASA regulations. Revise NDT tools and methods for continuous improvement of safety, quality, delivery and cost. Provide technical review and input to Responsible Level III for final approval when required. Evaluate new NDT technologies for applicability to aerospace products and processes.
