NDT Inspector - Level 3 - Day Shift

Precision Castparts Corporation•Kent, WA

35d•Onsite

About The Position

Located in Kent Washington, Protective Coatings Inc. is a leading provider of full service finishing for the aerospace, electronics and medical industries in both commercial and defense applications. Services include but are not limited to non-destructive testing such as fluorescent penetrant and magnetic particle inspection and a wide variety of surface enhancement processes such as shot peening and abrasive blasting, passivation, cadmium and nickel zinc plating, chromic, sulfuric and boric sulfuric acid anodizing and the application of chromate conversion coating on ferrous and non-ferrous alloys. Organic coating includes the application and testing of multiple resin systems such as epoxies, phenolics, polyurethanes, polyesters, elastomerics, intumescents, lacquers, alkyds, acrylics, dry-film lubricants, powder coatings and Teflon. Current approvals include the National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program, (NADCAP), Boeing Commercial Aircraft Company, Boeing Defense and Space, Boeing/Philadelphia, Boeing Long Beach, Grumman, Gulfstream, Lockheed Martin, Goodrich, Bombardier, Cessna and Sikorsky among much else. Founded in 1976, Protective Coatings Inc. was later acquired by Precision Castparts in 2012, and became part of the Aerostructures Division. As a defense contractor Protective Coatings Inc. is registered with the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls as a subsidiary of Precision Castparts Corp and is fully compliant with all relevant facets of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and the Export Administration Regulations. Position Summary: Candidates for NDT Inspector Level 3 will possess the skills and knowledge to perform all the duties of a trainee, Level 1-Limited and Level 2, and can also independently inspect parts, make evaluations, perform required process tests and document results. Selected candidates as a Level 3 Inspector shall be knowledgeable in all NDT methods used by Protective Coatings and have familiarity with other NDT methods as represented in Level 3 ASNT testing. A Level 3 Inspector shall at times perform inspections on chemically treated metallic and nonmetallic parts and assemblies under fluorescent or black lighting for defects such as fissures, weld breaks, or fractures using magnetic particle inspection (MAG) and liquid penetrant inspection (FPI) processes and equipment. The Level 3 will be responsible for maintaining all NDT training, qualification, certification, and performance levels of active NDT personnel. Candidates must be self-disciplined and self-motivated individuals with strong accountability (attention to details) skills. Candidates of this position must have strong leadership qualities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a team environment. A Level 3 candidate will be expected to perform a variety of tasks and supervisory roles which include but are not limited to: performing specific calibrations, tests and evaluations on production aerospace parts; perform Formal and Practical training; establish and approve written NDT procedures and work instructions; assigning and directing work. As a condition of assignment, Level 3 candidates may be expected to process product controlled under in International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, these candidates may be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, Legal Permanent Residence or protected status as a Non-Citizen National of the U.S.

Requirements

Ability to independently perform and train personnel in all the duties of an NDT Helper (entry level position), Level 1-Limited Operator, and Level 2 Inspector.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and peripheral vision. The ability to successfully pass a Jaeger eye exam with corrected or uncorrected vision.
Familiarity of codes, standards, and specification such as NAS 410, BSS 7698 and BAERD GEN-012.
Blueprint reading and interpretation skills pertaining to aerospace production detail parts and sub-assemblies.
Basic mathematic skills: add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Ability to interpret and explain an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables

Responsibilities

Supports supervision of 10-30 employees in the NDT/MAG/Penetrant areas. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Conduct or direct the training, examination and certification of personnel in the method certified.
Establish and approve NDT procedures and other NDT related work instructions for technical adequacy and compliance to requirements.
Maintain and review NDT personnel qualification and certification files and review performance levels of active NDT personnel.
Examines parts under fluorescent or black lighting to detect surface defects using one of two methods: FPI (Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection) or (MAG) Magnetic Particle Inspection.
Provide detailed information concerning processing techniques, findings, evaluation of indications and part condition/disposition recommendations.
Actively participate and assist in, and appropriately respond to NDT system auditing (internal and external).
Reviews NDT process Rejection Reports.
Set up and calibrate equipment, conduct tests, and interpret, evaluate, and document inspection results.
Will require use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during certain tasks (goggles, safety glasses, aprons, boots, gloves, hearing protection, etc) and be expected to comply with safety directives and policy.
Will be exposed to chemicals/solvents and occasional fumes, wet/humid conditions, low-level lighting, and moderate noise level.
Will, at times require heavy lifting or use of mechanical hoist for the aid in lifting objects.
Work closely with inspectors and Management to complete work and prioritize tasks.
Clean, organize and maintain work area as prescribed by supervision.