Aerospace NASNDT Inspector

Job Overview

Title:

Aerospace Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Inspector - 2nd Shift

Reports to:

Shift Supervisor or Value Stream Manager

Location:

Kent, WA – onsite

Type:
Non-Exempt, Full-Time

Schedule:

2nd Shift (Monday – Friday, 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.), training on 1st Shift

Applicants must provide a copy of their NAS‑410 Level II Certificate(s) in Magnetic Particle and/or Liquid Penetrant, including all employer‑provided On‑The‑Job (OJT) hours upon submission of our qualification process.

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) matching, Performance Share incentive compensation (Profit Sharing Plan), 3‑weeks paid time off to start, paid community service day, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, life insurance, long‑term care plan options, 10 paid holidays, and onsite health services that include access to a massage therapist.

$21.80 – $32.80 per hour. The pay range and total compensation package listed above is the expected pay offered for this position at the start of employment. Your pay will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, your relevant experience level and skillset while balancing internal equity relative to other employees. Hytek is committed to fair, unbiased compensation along with competitive benefits.

This is an Inspector trainee position in our Non‑Destructive Testing (NDT) department. Employees in this position will become certified as an NDT Inspector. The individual in this role will be considered an Inspector Trainee until certified by the Level III NDT Responsible in each of the three disciplines of NDT Inspection performed at Hytek (Magnetic Particle, Liquid Fluorescent Penetrant, and Nital Etch) and are able to perform the work independently.

On‑the‑job training, as well as study time, is granted to all Inspector Trainees. All NDT Inspectors are required to join the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program. NDT Inspectors perform operations in accordance with Military and OEM specifications.

FAA DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requires an initial pre‑employment drug test including a screen for THC, subject to quarterly Drug & BAT testing.

• Opportunity to develop your technical skills in a hands‑on environment.
• Supportive team culture focused on safety and development.
• Competitive pay and benefits.

• Work closely with experienced Inspectors and NDT Level III Responsible to complete work and prioritize tasks.
• Follow technique card, customer Purchase Orders, and instructions from experienced NDT Inspectors; and confirm that Operator Self‑Verification inspection has occurred.
• Perform general review of paperwork and Operator Self‑Verification inspection of job to ensure all previous operations were completed. Notify supervisor and Quality Assurance if any errors.
• Prepare parts prior to operations; use proper tooling and fixtures when applicable.
• Be familiar with Quality Assurance requirements and rework procedures.
• Be familiar with engineering drawing notations.
• Develop new product processing and identify areas for improvement.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement activities to drive positive change in productivity, delivery, and service.
• Work and coordinate with other departments in order to meet customer demand.
• Other duties as assigned, including cross‑training in other Production areas as workflow demands.

• Ability to pass Written and Practical examinations prior to Hytek certifications. All Trainees are required to become NDT Certified Inspectors through Hytek's training program.
• Demonstrated ability to train and positively influence others.
• Must be a self‑starter, able to work both independently, as a team, and with customers (both internally and externally).
• Excellent accuracy with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to solve tactical and strategic problems and issues arising in this position.
• Ability to use/learn Lean Tools and techniques to solve tactical and strategic problems and issues arising in this position.
• Required to join the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program…