NDT Technician - Level 2

NDT Technician
- Level 2

Location:

Bournemouth Salary: £49,000 - £56,500 Job Type: Permanent

Working Hours:

Monday
- Thursday 08:00 - 16:00, Friday 08:00 - 15:30 (37 hours per week)

We are currently recruiting for a skilled and motivated NDT Technician
- Level 2 to join a leading aerospace engineering operation. This role will support the Level 3 NDT Technician and Aircraft Maintenance Manager in delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) across aircraft maintenance activities. You will play a key role in ensuring operational performance, maintaining safety standards, and supporting both base and remote maintenance operations when required.

• Carry out NDT inspections on aircraft and components in line with regulatory and company requirements
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with maintenance manuals and approved procedures
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all NDT activities
• Support aircraft operations at remote locations, including ad-hoc defect assessments
• Promote a strong safety culture, including a "Just Culture" approach to reporting
• Work collaboratively with engineering teams to meet operational targets and deadlines
• Assist the Level 3 NDT Technician with daily team activities, scheduling, and task prioritisation
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across NDT processes
• Maintain clean, organised, and compliant working environments
• Deputise for the Level 3 NDT Technician when required

• Qualified to one of the following Level 2 certifications: PCN/AERO scheme BS EN ISO 9712 EN4179
• Certification in:
  Eddy Current (EC) Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
• Strong NDT and aerospace product knowledge
• Proven NDT experience, ideally within aircraft maintenance
• Familiarity with aircraft maintenance regulatory requirements
• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office; Aero-Trac desirable)
• Aerospace industry experience

• Magnetic Particle Testing (MP)
• Fluorescent Dye Penetrant (FPI)
• Radiography (RT)
• OEM or specialist NDT training
• Apprenticeship or military equivalent training
• Experience with in continuous improvement environments

• Ability to obtain and maintain UK security clearance (including ITAR compliance)
• Flexibility to travel, work additional hours, and be on call when required
• Basic understanding of project and financial management

• Competitive salary package
• Up to 12% employer pension contribution
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Private medical insurance (discounted)
• Electric car scheme
• Technology vouchers
• Wellbeing programmes and additional benefits

Our client is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds, including veterans, service spouses, and individuals requiring reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality

INDENG DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality