NDT - Non Destructive Inspection Technician II - Aviation (Deployable)

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Clovis, NM

About The Position

The Non Destructive Inspection Technician II inspects aircraft systems, production components, and support operations to verify compliance with contractual, quality, and safety requirements. The role validates the serviceability and installation of operational components and Field Service Technician work, reviews and develops operational procedures, and serves as an on-site Aviation Safety Official. It also captures and analyzes process data to confirm compliance or identify deviations, recommends improvements, maintains quality documentation, and participates in root cause analysis and corrective actions. The technician uses inspection tools and techniques and works with customers, production, and engineering teams to address quality issues and provide feedback and training. The position is within SNC’s ISR, Aviation, and Security business area, which provides manned and unmanned aircraft systems and end-to-end C4ISR capabilities, including design, integration, testing, certification, training, and logistics support. The role requires a current/active Secret U.S. security clearance and U.S. citizenship. The employee must be able to deploy for at least 90 days to various OCONUS operating locations and work extended hours, holidays, and shift schedules as required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience in quality inspection or a related field; a higher-level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
Proficiency in quality assurance principles and inspection techniques.
Ability to understand and interpret technical schematics and documents.
Basic understanding of electrical wiring concepts.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe products.
NAS-410 Level II certification, or the training and experience to be immediately certifiable to NAS-410 Level II.
Experience with NDI equipment, processes, and procedures.
Experience with Eddy Current Testing (ET).
Experience with aircraft, aircraft systems, equipment, and parts.
Basic understanding of audit and inspection processes and procedures.
Ability to meet current DoD and Combatant Command restriction requirements for deployed locations.
Ability to deploy for a minimum of 90 days to various OCONUS operating locations.
Willingness and ability to work extended hours, holidays, and shift schedules as required.
Current/active Secret U.S. security clearance and U.S. citizenship are required for employment.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to aviation maintenance and/or inspection operations processes and procedures.
Background in the Aerospace and Defense industry, the U.S. Department of Defense, or the U.S. military.
Knowledge of and ability to interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerance.
Experience drafting work instructions and standard operating procedures.
Experience with Network+, Security+, CCNA, and/or A+.
Experience with FCC or FCC GROL.
Basic understanding of spectrometers, oscilloscopes, and/or other measuring equipment.
Working knowledge of ISO 9000 and AS 9100 standards.

Responsibilities

Conduct detailed inspections of aircraft systems, production components, and support operations.
Validate the proper installation and serviceability of operational components and Field Service Technician work.
Review and develop operational procedures to ensure quality standards.
Serve as the on-site Aviation Safety Official and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
Capture, analyze, and document process information to confirm compliance or identify deviations from standards.
Provide feedback and training to customers and internal teams on quality standards and procedures.
Maintain and update quality documentation and records.
Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for identified issues.
Use inspection tools and techniques to verify product specifications.
Collaborate with production and engineering teams to address quality issues and recommend improvements.