NDT Level 3 Engineer

NDT Technical Engineer

Join the British Airways Engineering NDT Department and work alongside some of the finest NDT professionals in the industry. Your remit will span our diverse fleet and ensure safety for customer airlines that trust us with their aircraft. You will help keep thousands of passengers safe and can expect opportunities to grow as the fleet expands.

If you are passionate about Non‑Destructive Testing (NDT) and aspire to become a Responsible NDT Level III (RL3) Engineer, this role provides the right step. You will support the current RL3 Engineer and gain the experience, qualifications and capabilities required to perform the RL3 role. Proven experience and qualifications in the Aerospace NDT sector are essential.

British Airways operates 24/7 with various shift patterns; this position follows a Mon‑Fri shift schedule.
Must be able to acquire an airside pass.

• CAA Form 4 holder for British Airways Engineering and other Part 145 Organisations, as required.
• Responsible to the Accountable Manager (Director of Engineering) for the Qualification and Authorisation of the NDT personnel within the organisation(s) per CAA CAP 747 GR No.23.
• Write, maintain and update the company NDT Written practice describing the employer’s requirements and methodology for controlling and coordinating the NDT personnel qualification and authorisation process.
• Hold and maintain Level 2 and 3 Qualification and Authorisations in any NDT discipline(s) required by the business.
• Ensure continuity of Engineers’ approval / authorisation status.
• Develop training and qualification specifications as required by BS EN4179.
• Monitor Regulatory Legislation to ensure continued Company compliance.
• Develop Company procedures to reflect NDT activities in the appropriate disciplines.
• Act as Company Signatory for approval of NDT inspection instructions (Techniques) in appropriate discipline(s).
• Ensure inspection procedures are compliant and up to date.

• Keep up‑to‑date knowledge of Aircraft Components, Structures, Systems and NDT Technology.
• Liaise with equipment manufacturers to ensure effective operation and zero failures to action due to equipment limitations, and pursue technology advancements to improve inspection efficiency and reliability.
• Lead and implement change to create a culture of continuous improvement in a technical environment, increasing unit performance and compliance.
• Liaise with Aircraft/Engine OEM regarding technical issues and new developments.
• Negotiate with OEM where alternate inspection methods may be acceptable means of compliance.
• Co‑operate with the Engineering Technical department to capture inspection issues and offer advice on all matters related to NDT.
• Write/maintain technical inspection instructions and ensure compliance with OEM publications.
• Assist Level 2 / Level 3 Engineers to develop effective solutions to inspection requirements efficiently and timely.
• Review company Maintenance Organisation Exposition(s), Production Organisation Expositions, Quality Standards Manual and NDT procedures and Technical Work Instructions annually.
• Deliver training to NDT Engineers in new inspection techniques and equipment.

• Education to Level 4 (e.g. HNC, HND, FD) or equivalent experience.
• Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Significant expertise and experience at Level 2 in the main NDT methods used by the organisation.
• Demonstrate evidence of specific knowledge and broad experience appropriate to the organisation’s scope of work; understanding of regulations applicable to maintenance and NDT in the Aerospace sector.
• Experience in NDT equipment evaluation and procurement.
• Hold, or ability to obtain a UK security clearance.

• Competitive salary.
• Unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways flights.
• Up to 30 discounted Hotline airfares per year for yourself, friends, and family.
• Opportunities to take on new challenges and progress across the business.

At British Airways we work to create an inclusive workplace. Diverse representation among our people is important. We recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity, and identity to work. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and help us become a better BA.