NDT TRAINEE

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Who YOU are and what You can become:
Are you a detail-oriented, hands‑on professional looking to build a career in nondestructive testing and aircraft inspection? As an NDT Trainee, you’ll receive formal and on‑the‑job training while working alongside certified NDT personnel to develop the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to advance into an NDT Technician I role. You’ll gain hands‑on experience with NDT equipment and inspection methods, including Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Eddy Current, and Ultrasonic testing, while learning to recognize indications and accurately document inspection results.

If you’re committed to safety, quality, precision, and continuous learning, this is an opportunity to build a strong technical foundation and grow your career in a high‑performance aerospace environment.
Who WE are and where WE are going:

ST Engineering Aerospace is located in Pensacola, FL, at the Pensacola International Airport. We are a renowned provider of aircraft maintenance and modification (AMM) services for commercial airlines and air freight operators. We meet our customers' requirements by providing a full spectrum of high‑quality, reliable, and timely AMM and engineering solutions. We have the know‑how and experience to comprehensively manage complex projects, ensuring our customers' aircraft operate safely and efficiently.

What YOU will do:

The NDT Trainee is an entry‑level developmental role within the Nondestructive Testing department. The position is responsible for participating in formal training and supervised on‑the‑job training to develop the technical knowledge, practical skills, and experience required to progress into an NDT Technician I role.

Under the direct supervision of the Supervisor, NDT, Lead NDT Inspector, or other appropriately certified NDT personnel, the NDT Trainee will learn NDT methods, equipment setup, instrument operation, process application, indication recognition, and proper documentation of inspection results. The role is intended to support progression toward applicable NDT certifications and eventual qualification to perform NDT work with greater independence.

In This Role YOU will:

• Participate in formal classroom, practical, and on‑the‑job training required for NDT certification and qualification.
• Learn and assist with NDT equipment setup, instrument operation, standardization, and basic process application under direct supervision.
• Assist certified NDT personnel with nondestructive testing activities in accordance with approved procedures, written instructions, manufacturer data, customer requirements, and repair station requirements.
• Develop the ability to recognize, interpret, and evaluate indications under appropriate technical guidance.
• Accurately support the recording and documentation of NDT inspection results as directed by certified NDT personnel.
• Maintain familiarity with applicable codes, regulations, standards, specifications, repair station procedures, and customer requirements related to NDT inspection.
• Actively work toward qualification and certification in applicable NDT methods, including but not limited to Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Eddy Current, and Ultrasonic testing, as business needs require.
• Maintain progress toward the knowledge, skills, and certification requirements necessary to advance into an NDT Technician I role.
• Follow all safety, quality, regulatory, and company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, NDT, Lead NDT Inspector, or other designated leadership.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

The NDT Trainee should possess a developing knowledge of aircraft maintenance and inspection practices, applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies and procedures, aircraft manuals, nondestructive testing manuals, technical data, customer paperwork, blueprints, drawings, and related materials.

The Trainee is expected to build the technical foundation required to perform NDT work in accordance with approved data, repair station requirements, and applicable written instructions.

WORKING ENVIORNMENT:

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