Manager, Quality Assurance, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) (Onsite)

RTX•North Berwick, ME

8d•$107,500 - $204,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Quality Assurance, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) will be responsible for providing supervision, leadership, and strategic direction to the NDT inspection teams across multiple business units. This role oversees NDT technicians, inspectors, team leads, and Level II/III personnel, ensuring compliance, technical excellence, and alignment with operational objectives. The Manager, Quality Assurance, NDT will drive continuous improvement, maintain certification rigor, uphold safety and quality standards, and champion process integrity in the inspection of aerospace components.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 8 years' experience in an aerospace, engineering, manufacturing operations, aerospace, quality or similar environment OR an Associate's degree and minimum 10 years' experience in an aerospace, engineering, manufacturing operations, quality or similar environment
In the absence of a degree, a High School Diploma/GED and minimum 12 years’ experience, in an aerospace, engineering, manufacturing operations, quality or similar environment
Demonstrated experience leading quality initiatives on a shop floor
Demonstrated success in leadership, coaching, and facilitation roles in high-stress and ambiguous environments
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

NDT Level III certification; multi-discipline capability highly desirable
Eligibility to obtain and maintain Level III certification across multiple NDT methods
Knowledge of shop practices, processes, and procedures including aerospace inspection standards
Experience with Operational Excellence frameworks (e.g. CORE) and continuous improvement methodologies
Demonstrated problem-solving skills with demonstrated capability in root cause analysis and implementing sustainable corrective actions
Working knowledge of operations, new product, and process technologies
Advanced analytical skills, data interpretation capability, and risk-based decision making
Proficiency with SAP, and Solumina

Responsibilities

Cultivate a culture of safety, quality compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement within the NDT function
Apply CORE (Customer Oriented Results and Excellence), Lean, and continuous improvement methodologies to improve NDT processes, inspection throughput, and delivery integrity; drive effective root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions using CORE problem-solving techniques
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, customer, and internal requirements related to NDT methods, certification levels, and inspection procedures
Oversee the development, maintenance, and execution of NDT-related documentation including procedures, standards, work instructions, and qualification processes
Support internal and external audits, customer inspections, and special process reviews; ensure timely closure of findings
Provide coaching, performance management, and professional development for Level I, II, and III NDT personnel; guide teams through change initiatives, fostering collaboration and performance excellence
Allocate NDT resources based on business needs and dynamically adjust workload priorities across shifts; ensure employees are adequately trained, certified, and working in a safe and environmentally sound manner