NDT Technician

Job Title:

NDT Technician Level 2 (Aerospace)

Location: Bournemouth

Hours: Monday to Thursday 08:00–16:00 | Friday 08:00–15:30 (37 hours per week)

We are recruiting for an experienced NDT Technician Level 2 to join a leading aerospace engineering organisation supporting military and specialist aircraft operations.

Working within the Engineering team, you will support the NDT Level 3 Engineer and Aircraft Maintenance Manager in delivering safe, compliant and high-quality Non-Destructive Testing across Part-145 aircraft maintenance activities. The role offers the opportunity to work on advanced aircraft, both at base and occasionally at remote operating locations.

Safety, quality and regulatory compliance are at the heart of this position, making it ideal for an experienced aerospace NDT professional looking to develop within a highly regulated environment.

• Carry out Non-Destructive Testing on aircraft and aircraft components in accordance with approved maintenance manuals and company procedures.
• Perform Eddy Current (EC) and Ultrasonic Testing (UT) inspections to regulatory standards.
• Support aircraft maintenance operations both at the main site and at remote locations when required.
• Ensure all NDT documentation is completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain the highest standards of safety, quality and regulatory compliance.
• Promote a strong safety culture and support occurrence reporting through a Just Culture approach.
• Coordinate with aircraft maintenance teams to ensure work is completed efficiently and to schedule.
• Assist the NDT Level 3 Engineer with daily workload planning and prioritisation.
• Deputise for the NDT Level 3 Engineer when required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the engineering department.
• Maintain clean, organised work areas and ensure company procedures are followed at all times.

• Previous experience as an NDT Technician within an aerospace or aircraft maintenance environment.
• Certified to PCN/AERO
  , BS EN ISO 9712 or EN4179 Level 2 in:
  • Eddy Current Testing (EC)
  • Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
• Strong understanding of aerospace NDT techniques and inspection processes.
• Knowledge of aircraft maintenance regulations and compliance requirements.
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office (Aero-Trac experience advantageous).
• Aerospace engineering or aircraft maintenance experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain UK security clearance.
• Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI)
• Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI)
• Radiography Testing (RT)
• Dassault NDT training or specialist aircraft manufacturer training.
• Aerospace engineering apprenticeship or HM Forces equivalent.
• Experience working within continuous improvement or Lean manufacturing environments.
• Basic understanding of project management and financial awareness.