NDT Level III – Penetrant Testing (PT)
About The Position
Overview Element Materials Technology - Rancho Dominguez is seeking an experienced NDT Level III to lead and oversee testing programs supporting aerospace manufacturing and inspection operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical knowledge, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work flexibly to support operational and customer needs. Salary: $80,000 - $105,000/yr DOE Responsibilities Develop, review, and approve NDT procedures, techniques, and work instructions. Maintain and administer the company NDT Written Practice Train, examine, and certify Level I and Level II NDT personnel in accordance with NAS 410 Administer written, practical, and vision examinations Maintain certification and training records Provide technical guidance and oversight for penetrant inspection activities Evaluate inspection techniques for aerospace components and assemblies Support troubleshooting and resolution of inspection issues Identify opportunities to improve inspection processes and technologies Support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives Skills / Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or related technical field preferred Certified NDT Level III in accordance with NAS 410 or ASNT SNT-TC-1A (required) ASNT Level III certification preferred Minimum 5+ years of NDT experience, preferably in aerospace manufacturing or maintenance. 10+ years functioning as a Level III preferred Experience working within AS9100-certified environments Demonstrated experience supporting aerospace OEM or prime contractor program Diversity Statement At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”. All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) “If you need an accommodation filling out an application, or applying to a job, please email Recruitment@element.com ”
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Certified NDT Level III in accordance with NAS 410 or ASNT SNT-TC-1A (required)
- Minimum 5+ years of NDT experience, preferably in aerospace manufacturing or maintenance.
- Experience working within AS9100-certified environments
- Demonstrated experience supporting aerospace OEM or prime contractor program
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or related technical field preferred
- ASNT Level III certification preferred
- 10+ years functioning as a Level III preferred
Responsibilities
- Develop, review, and approve NDT procedures, techniques, and work instructions.
- Maintain and administer the company NDT Written Practice
- Train, examine, and certify Level I and Level II NDT personnel in accordance with NAS 410
- Administer written, practical, and vision examinations
- Maintain certification and training records
- Provide technical guidance and oversight for penetrant inspection activities
- Evaluate inspection techniques for aerospace components and assemblies
- Support troubleshooting and resolution of inspection issues
- Identify opportunities to improve inspection processes and technologies
- Support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
