Nondestructive Testing; NDT) Level III

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Full Time 572 Cassell St., Winston-Salem, NC, US

Join our team and help us build the future of defense and space!

FMI has been a leading solutions provider of high-temperature materials and composites for more than 55 years, serving the Department of Defense and NASA.

Our materials are being used on ground-breaking space initiatives, important missile programs, airfoils in commercial and military jet engines, and as lightweight armor for U.S. military ground vehicles.

FMI Composites is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

FMI Composites is seeking an experienced NDT Responsible Level III to join our team. This is a salary exempt position responsible for developing and implementing our Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Program. This position also performs and oversees advanced radiographic and ultrasonic inspections of composite materials and components to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications.

The NDT Responsible Level III will develop inspection techniques, interpret inspection results, train personnel, and maintain compliance with applicable codes, standards, and radiation safety requirements. This role also requires strong communication skills and close collaboration with team members, customers, and manufacturing departments to support quality and production objectives.

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and radiation protection standards.
• Establish and maintain NDT capabilities in compliance with NAS 410 and customer requirements.
• Train and qualify NDT Personnel and provide ongoing technical oversight. When needed, perform and interpret complex inspections, including digital radiography (DR) and ultrasonic testing (UT) at established production rates to meet on-time-delivery metrics.
• Participate in other quality assurance assignments as required.
• Develop and document NDT techniques in accordance with program requirements.
• Perform and document NDT-related investigations with clear, accurate written reports.
• Actively participate in safety and housekeeping initiatives to support facility standards.
• Serve as the technical leader for radiographic and ultrasonic inspection of composite materials and assemblies.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and prepare detailed reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for non-conforming materials.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimize inspection processes and improve product quality.

• ASNT or NAS-410 Level 3 in Radiography Testing (RT) and Ultrasonic Testing (UT) with composites experience.
• Documented training and experience in digital radiographic inspection and ultrasonic inspection to support certification at FMI.
• Strong knowledge of composite manufacturing and nondestructive testing to include other methods.
• Understanding of large-scale fabrication processes used in manufacturing environments.
• Comprehensive knowledge of composite structures and their associated manufacturing practices.
• Proficient in interpreting detail and assembly drawings used throughout production workflows.
• Well‑versed in applicable manufacturing codes, standards, and regulations for assigned operational areas.
• Able to manage shifting priorities and multitask effectively in fast‑paced environments.
• Skilled in maintaining accurate, complete, and organized records.
• Coope rative team contributor with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Associate’s degree is preferred.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for this position. This position also requires access to export-controlled information for which U.S. Person status is required under applicable U.S. export control laws and regulations.

• Paid Time Off
• 10 paid holidays + Veterans Day (for eligible employees)