NDT Level III

Suzanne Snell Human Resources & Recruiting • Long Beach, CA

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About The Position

Our client is seeking an experienced NDT Level III professional to support nondestructive testing operations in shop floor and office environments. The role ensures compliance with customer specifications, industry standards, and quality requirements while supporting Ultrasonic Testing (UT) and Penetrant Testing (PT) programs. Applicants must meet ITAR and EAR residency requirements; U.S. citizens or permanent residents only.

Requirements

• Meet ITAR and EAR residency requirements; applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
• Minimum of 4 years of documented experience as an NAS 410 Certified Level II in Ultrasonic Testing (UT) and Penetrant Testing (PT).
• Current or eligible for NAS 410 Level III Certification in UT or PT.
• Ability to maintain Level II certification and perform acceptance/rejection authority for UT and PT inspections.
• Strong knowledge of aerospace quality systems, auditing processes, and nondestructive testing methods.
• Meet NAS 410 Level III certification requirements through one of these pathways: a bachelor's degree in science or engineering and at least 1 year of documented NAS 410 Level II experience; an associate degree in science or engineering and at least 2 years of documented NAS 410 Level II experience; or appropriate education and 4 or more years of documented experience as an NAS 410 Level II in UT and PT.

Nice To Haves

• Aerospace manufacturing experience.
• Strong understanding of metallurgy, materials processing, and NDT limitations.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Experience supporting audits, RCCA investigations, and supplier qualification activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and approve NDT procedures, scan plans, and inspection techniques.
• Provide technical guidance and support for UT and PT inspection activities.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements and industry standards, including NADCAP, AS9100, ISO 9000, and ISO 14001.
• Maintain NDT quality assurance records and calibration programs.
• Support internal and external audits and serve as an NDT subject matter expert.
• Review engineering documentation, blueprints, specifications, and purchase order requirements.
• Participate in MRB activities, root cause investigations, corrective actions, and customer complaint resolution.
• Identify process improvement opportunities to reduce rework, scrap, and costs.
• Research and implement new NDT technologies and industry best practices.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain Level II certification and perform acceptance/rejection authority for UT and PT inspections.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed