Aircraft Mechanic III - NDI Technician II

Yulista Solutions•El Paso, TX

11d

About The Position

The NDI Technician inspects aircraft, aircraft components, and support equipment for structural integrity using nondestructive inspection methods, and analyzes engine oil for wear metal debris. The role also repairs, inspects, and maintains aircraft structural, mechanical, and electrical elements. It includes Designated System Inspector (DSI) duties and may involve oversight, direction, and training of others on aircraft maintenance tasks. The technician may be assigned other related duties to meet the organization's ongoing needs. The technician selects NDI test methods using applicable technical orders; prepares parts for inspection; and interprets and evaluates indications using magnetic particle, ultrasonic, eddy current, digital radiography, liquid penetrant, and emerging technologies. The role also includes preparing engine samples for wear metal analysis and evaluating test results. The technician handles, labels, and disposes of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with applicable environmental standards; documents maintenance according to QA and regulatory requirements; and maintains tool control, including reporting, inspecting, inventorying, and replacing tools. The position requires accurate data entry, the ability to follow processes and technical documentation, effective communication and customer service, sound decision-making and problem-solving, self-motivation, independence, and the ability to multitask. The technician must meet applicable Level II NDI qualification requirements and have aircraft maintenance experience.

Requirements

Meet ASNT-TC-1A or NAS410 Level II requirements for magnetic particle, ultrasonic, eddy current, radiographic, and liquid penetrant inspection techniques.
High school diploma or equivalent.
FAA Airplane and/or Powerplant certification, or special skills and/or certifications such as NDI, welding, egress, or machining.
At least 5 years of aircraft maintenance experience with fixed-wing commercial, government, or DoD aircraft.
Experience supporting a NASA/DoD contract.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance.
Beginner to intermediate computer skills, specifically with Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs.
Ability to enter data accurately into databases.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills to work cooperatively with all levels of management and staff and communicate information clearly.
Ability to use general office equipment, including fax machines, phones, copiers, scanners, and printers.
Ability to follow a process and provide strong professional customer service, including active listening, prompt service, and follow-up.
Strong decision analysis and problem-solving skills, including the ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions.
Ability to communicate issues to management and understand corporate policies and procedures and their relationship to Yulista Tactical Services, LLC goals.
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
High degree of self-motivation and ability to work independently and multitask.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of advanced software applications.

Responsibilities

Inspect aircraft, aircraft components, and support equipment for structural integrity using nondestructive inspection methods.
Analyze engine oil for wear metal debris.
Repair, inspect, and maintain structural, mechanical, and electrical elements of aircraft.
Use and train others in the use of diagnostic devices, computers, hand tools, and mechanical tools.
Provide oversight and direct or train others in aircraft-related maintenance tasks.
Perform Designated System Inspector (DSI) duties.
Determine NDI test methods using applicable technical orders.
Prepare parts for inspection and interpret and evaluate indications using magnetic particle, ultrasonic, eddy current, digital radiography, liquid penetrant, and other emerging technologies.
Prepare engine samples for wear metal analysis and evaluate test results.
Handle, label, and dispose of hazardous materials and waste according to federal, state, and local environmental standards.
Document maintenance in accordance with QA and established regulatory requirements.
Maintain tool control; report missing, lost, found, or unattended tools; inventory and inspect tools regularly; and replace worn or broken tools.
Perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.