NDT Level III Certified NDT Level III Specialist- Manufacturing Quality
About The Position
The Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Level III Specialist / Quality Engineer is responsible for leading and maintaining on-site NDT activities, including Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI), Eddy Current Inspection (ETI), and Surface Temper Inspection (STI). This role supports both internal operations and external supply partners in developing, qualifying, and continuously improving NDT methods and systems. As a Quality Engineer, this position contributes technical and analytical expertise to drive process improvement, reduce variation, support customer requirements, and strengthen the organization’s quality culture. The role will support audits, lead root cause investigations, manage corrective actions, and provide training in both NDT and quality system practices.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of AS, ISO, ASTM standards, and Nadcap requirements.
- Proficiency with quality and reliability tools (FMEA, SPC, Pareto, GR&R, DOE, statistical analysis, regression, etc.).
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent technical experience.
Nice To Haves
- NDT Level III certification preferred or ability to obtain certification based on internal and customer requirements.
Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and update NDT training plans, procedures, and inspection documentation.
- Administer written and practical examinations for new and existing NDT inspectors.
- Provide final determination on the acceptability of the product identified as questionable through NDT methods.
- Perform internal NDT and Quality Management System (QMS) audits.
- Develop and implement equipment and process qualification protocols.
- Ensure compliance with AS, ISO, ASTM, and Nadcap requirements.
- Lead and participate in root cause investigations using Lean, Six Sigma, and 8D methodologies.
- Conduct correlation studies, capability studies (Cp, Cpk), and Measurement Systems Analyses (MSA).
- Support development of PFMEAs, Control Plans, SPC programs, FAIs/FAIRs, and PPAP documentation.
- Review customer specifications for technical flow-down and ensure internal alignment.
- Support site metrology programs and calibration requirements.
- Track, analyze, and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Cost of Quality data to identify trends and drive improvement.
- Conduct internal process and product audits and follow up on corrective/preventive actions.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to escapes, cost reduction, and lead-time optimization.
- Provide training, coaching, and technical support on new and existing quality initiatives.
- Maintain a safe working environment; escalate hazards promptly.
- Ensure proper housekeeping and organization in assigned areas.
- Protect confidential and proprietary information at all times.
Benefits
- Generous PTO policy
- 13 paid holidays
- Flexible work options
- Comprehensive healthcare options
- Opt-out payment
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid STD
- Company-paid LTD
- Critical illness coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee discount programs
- Short Term Variable Salary (STVS) or Sales Incentive
- 401K program with 10% employer contribution (100% match up to 5% of elected contribution, 100% vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
