NDT Technician – Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI) 2nd shift
About The Position
Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company and a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world. This role is responsible for processing aerospace investment castings through the fluorescent penetrant inspection process in accordance with customer requirements, industry standards, and approved procedures. This role is responsible for preparing, processing, and routing parts while maintaining strict quality, safety, and documentation standards. At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. What you do here has real-world impact—every day.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
- Ability to clearly communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding technical instructions and procedures.
- Ability to read and follow technique sheets, quality requirements, and standard operating procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to follow detailed processes.
- Ability to become certified to NAS 410 Level I Penetrant Testing (PT).
- Ability to complete required classroom and on-the-job training requirements.
- Ability to work safely with chemicals, industrial equipment, and production processes.
- Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.
Nice To Haves
- Previous NDT, quality inspection, aerospace manufacturing, or foundry experience.
- Prior experience with fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI) processes.
- NAS 410 certification experience.
- Experience working in regulated manufacturing or NADCAP-accredited environments.
Responsibilities
- Perform fluorescent penetrant processing of aerospace investment castings in accordance with approved procedures and technique sheets.
- Review routers and documentation to ensure previous operations have been completed correctly, and paperwork matches the product being processed.
- Load parts into baskets and process through the FPI production line.
- Clean, degrease, rinse, dry, develop, and post-clean castings according to customer and process requirements.
- Follow IMRS requirements to support product acceptance and rejection decisions.
- Monitor dwell times, drying cycles, and processing parameters to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Utilize hoists and material handling equipment to safely move parts through the processing line.
- Tag and identify parts appropriately throughout the process.
- Complete required production and quality documentation.
- Support 6S activities and perform routine cleaning and maintenance of FPI equipment and processing lines.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
- Development & progression opportunities for every employee – regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leave—all eligible on your first day of employment!
- Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
