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Applied Aerospace · 1 day ago

Nondestructive Test Inspector

Stockton, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

Applied Aerospace is a company that designs, fabricates, and tests mission-critical aerospace components for leading innovators. The Nondestructive Test Inspector will conduct inspections on metallic and composite parts to ensure they meet specification requirements, applying various agents and utilizing testing equipment.

Defense & Space

Diversity & Inclusion

Responsibilities

Reviews customer documents to determine type of test requested, test procedures to follow, and part acceptability criteria

Applies agents, such as cleaners, penetrants, and developers to parts to prepare parts for testing

Examine surface-treated materials during penetration to locate and identify cracks or other defects

Sets up equipment to perform tests, and conducts tests on parts, following procedures established for the tests being performed

Moves transducer probe across part when conducting ultrasonic tests and observes display output to detect and locate discontinuities in metal and composite structure

Qualification

Dye Penetrant InspectionUltrasonic TestingNAS 410 CertificationAutomated C-scan SystemsMicrosoft Office SkillsTechnical DocumentationTeam Collaboration

Required

Good computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Must be qualified to NAS 410

BSS7869, or SNT-TC-1A a plus

Have the skills and knowledge to process parts and perform equipment standardization in accordance with written instructions approved by the appropriate Level 3

Have the skills and knowledge to carry out any necessary preparation of parts before or after inspection in accordance with written instructions approved by the appropriate Level 3

Be able to follow written instructions in the techniques/ methods for which certified

Receive guidance or supervision from a Level 2 or 3 in that method when necessary

With written authorization from the responsible Level 3, a Level 1 may perform interpretations and evaluations of specific product or product form for acceptance or rejection in the method in which certified in accordance with written instructions approved by the appropriate Level 3

Have the skills and knowledge to set up and standardize equipment, conduct tests, interpret, and evaluate for acceptance or rejection, and document

Be thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the technique/ method in which they are certified

Be capable of providing the necessary guidance and/ or supervision to trainees and Level 1 personnel in the technique/ method in which they are certified

Be familiar with the codes, standards, and other contractual documents that control the method utilized by the employer

Be capable of developing written instructions and technique sheets from approved general procedures. Such instructions shall require final approval by a Level 3

Has a basic knowledge of product manufacturing and inspection technology

Be able to perform light troubleshooting of inspection equipment

Have the skills and knowledge to interpret codes, standards, and other contractual documents that control NDT method(s) as utilized by Applied Aerospace

Be capable of assuming technical responsibility for the NDT facility and staff

Be capable of selecting the method and technique for a specific inspection

Be capable of preparing and verifying the adequacy of procedures in the method certified

Approve NDT procedures and other NDT-related work instructions for technical adequacy in the method in which they are certified

Have a working knowledge of other NDT methods and product technologies used by Applied Aerospace

Be capable of providing, directing, or delegating training, examination, and qualification of personnel in the method in which they are certified

Conduct NDT for the acceptance of parts only when a demonstration of proficiency in this capability was included in the practical examination

When required, be capable of auditing outside agencies to ensure the requirements of the written practice are met

When designated as the responsible Level 3, have a thorough knowledge of written instructions, codes, specifications, and standards used by the prime contractor/ customer

Preferred

Experienced with Automated C-scan systems a real plus

Company

Applied Aerospace

Applied Aerospace & Defense is an innovative solutions provider and trusted partner with undeniable heritage and proven quality in the space, launch, aerospace, land and sea markets.

Founded in 1954