NDT Manager Level 2

Work Location :
Saint-Laurent, QC

Job Type :
Full-time, permanent

Salary : $100,000 to $125,000 per year (based on experience)

Applications to be sent to :

A company operating in the aerospace sector (confidential name) is looking for a manager of the chemical laboratory and non-destructive testing (NDT), with a specialization in fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI). This strategic role aims to oversee the operations of the laboratory and the NDT unit in compliance with NADCAP
, AS9100 requirements, customer specifications, and aerospace industry standards.

The successful candidate will lead a team of certified technicians and inspectors while ensuring the maintenance of technical excellence, audit quality, and regulatory compliance.

• Manage chemical processing activities: anodizing, passivation, etching, etc.

• Ensure compliance with internal standards, environmental regulations, and customer requirements.

• Maintain documentation, traceability, and NADCAP audits (preparation, gap analysis, corrective follow-up).

• Supervise the team of technicians and ensure laboratory performance and equipment calibration.

• Supervise fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI) operations in accordance with aerospace standards.

• Manage maintenance, calibration, and proper functioning of FPI lines.

• Draft and keep inspection procedures and training documents up to date.

• Train, supervise, and support NDT Level I and II inspectors; assist Level III functions.

• Lead NADCAP NDT audits (preparation, documentation, compliance, corrective actions).

• 8 to 10 years of experience in chemical processing and/or non-destructive testing in an aerospace environment.

• 3 to 5 years of management experience in an AS9100/NADCAP accredited company.

• Proven experience in leading and succeeding in NADCAP audits (FPI and chemical treatments).

• Good knowledge of customer requirements (Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier, etc.).

• Mastery of internal audits, CAPA, root cause analysis tools.

• Strong understanding of quality systems (
  AS9100, ISO 17025
  ).

• Mobilizing leadership and coaching of technical teams

• Organizational skills, critical thinking, problem-solving

• Excellent written and verbal communication (French and English)

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and demanding production environment

• NDT Level III in FPI (strong asset) or Level II with ambition to reach Level III

• Documented experience on at least two NADCAP cycles

• Safety certification (WHMIS, OHS)

• ISO 17025 training (an asset)

• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green/Black Belt – an asset)

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, materials science, mechanical engineering, or related field

• An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered

Ready to lead a high-level laboratory in a world-class regulated environment?

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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding.