Inspector Magnetic Particle and Penetrant - 51108

Boeing•Auburn, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Boeing Commercial Airplanes is seeking an Inspector specializing in Magnetic Particle and Penetrant methods to join their Fabrication team in Auburn, Washington. This role is integral to quality assurance processes, ensuring the integrity and reliability of critical components. The inspector will use advanced inspection techniques to identify potential defects, collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and drive defect reduction, and uphold safety and quality standards while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Requirements

Magnetic Particle or Dye Penetrant Certification OR equivalent on the job training hours completed for a Level II American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Certification.
Previously or currently hold a NDT Level II Magnetic or Penetrant Certification.
NDI (non-destructive inspection) or NDT (non-destructive test) experience.
Ability to walk constantly throughout the workday; stand 6-8 hours per day; climb or work from stairs/steps up to 8 hours per day; climb ladders; bend and twist frequently up to six hours per day; squat and kneel.
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Must be a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 (US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).

Nice To Haves

Ability to work in confined spaces.
Willing and able to work any shift.
Successful candidates must successfully complete the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Responsibilities

Set up, adjust, and operate magnetic particle and penetrant inspection equipment, inspecting and interpreting results to accept or reject articles based on established standards.
Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to evaluate and implement improvements in build processes and defect reduction initiatives.
Compile and maintain reports on magnetic particle and penetrant inspection results, documenting any nonconforming materials or processes.
Perform audits and surveillance of manufacturing and quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with specifications and procedures.
Analyze inspection requirements and coordinate work schedules and resources to optimize efficiency.
Troubleshoot inspection-related problems and develop plans to resolve issues effectively.
Verify the accuracy and completeness of documentation, including manufacturing orders, drawings, and nonconformance reports.
Monitor and process non-conforming parts and assemblies, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to Material Review Board dispositions.
Conduct process control checks on magnetic particle and penetrant inspection chemicals and equipment to ensure compliance with specifications.
Apply magnetic fields and penetrants to parts, inspecting for defects under specified conditions and documenting findings.
Secure non-conforming items in designated areas to maintain control and traceability throughout the inspection process.
Perform re-inspections of reworked items per engineering disposition, communicating findings with relevant stakeholders.
Provide peer-to-peer training to assist other employees in procedures, equipment use, and standard interpretation.
Verify certifications for tools, equipment, and personnel to ensure compliance with operational standards.
Handle and monitor hazardous materials in compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
Sell completed jobs or in-process checks to inspectors at appropriate steps, and assist other employees with setups and methods as needed.