NDT Inspector - Level III

About the Organization Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets:
Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5

ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.

EOE Statement Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.

This position is required in the aerospace industry for the authority and final responsibility for NDT Processes and Inspections. As a certified Level III in applicable methods, ensure all manufactured products conform to customer and/or internal requirements and product design.

• Interpret standards and other contractual documents that control the NDT methods(s).
• Ensure that procedures and instructions are in compliance with the applicable industry standards and specifications.
• Create, approve and maintain detailed part specific Work Instructions (Technique Cards).
• Continually evaluate equipment and tools needed to perform inspections for continual improvement and inspection efficiency.
• Assume technical responsibility for NDT facility and staff.
• Ensure NDT inspectors are qualified and certified in accordance with applicable industry standards (NAS 410) and that all NDT inspector qualifications records are maintained.
• Responsible for monitoring inspector performance and quality of inspections.
• Support in-process and final NDT inspections as appropriate.
• Prepare and verify the adequacy of procedures in the method certificated.
• Review documentation for completeness and accuracy, documentation may include (but not limited to) part specific traveler/router, part specific work instruction, purchase order, vendor certification, inspection reports, process log and any other applicable documents required to maintain traceability and record.
• Perform FPI, MPI and Nital Etch inspections in accordance with internal and customer specifications.
• Review all questionable indications and initiate discrepancy reports, internal and external for products not meeting drawing and specification requirements.
• Perform all NDT daily, weekly and monthly tasks in accordance to established procedures.
• Review and determine acceptance of all products for meeting NDT requirements.
• Review and acceptance of Travelers to assure all sign-offs are complete and revision levels are to Operation Book Requirements.
• Review all processing certifications to meet customer specifications.
• Present inspected parts to various customer representatives and the resolution to any customer questions or concerns.
• Conduct internal auditing of special process areas to assure conformance to requirements.
• Lead external audit and in the resolution of customer concerns.
• Maintain a Clean and Safe Working Environment. Assess current working conditions and recommend improved methods to assure safe working environment.
• Mentor, coach and train associates in your area of expertise.

• Ability to sit and stand for an extended period of time.
• Fine motor skills with frequent hand and arm movement.
• Frequent twisting, stooping and bending.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to meet visual acuity requirements (color and near vision - corrected or uncorrected).

• Loud machining environment; exposure to aerospace metals, lubricants, and NDI chemicals.

• Safety glasses/shields, appropriate manufacturing closed toed footwear, hearing…