Level 2 NDT Inspector

Manpower; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower is recruiting for an experienced NDT Inspector - Level 2 to join an established aviation organisation's Engineering team in the United Kingdom. The role focuses on Non-Destructive Testing across a varied fleet, in a safety-critical, regulated maintenance environment.

You will carry out NDT inspections, support Level 3 activities, and ensure compliance with maintenance manuals, procedures and regulatory requirements. Occasional travel to remote sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Essential NDT inspection experience in aerospace or aircraft maintenance.
• Level 2 certification in ET/EC and UT.
• Experience in regulated maintenance environments.
• Strong knowledge of aerospace NDT processes and standards.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of aircraft maintenance regulatory requirements.
• Desirable MT/MPI, PT/FPI, RT.

Responsibilities

• Carry out NDT inspections on aircraft and components per procedures and regs.
• Support NDT Level 3 and wider engineering team in inspections.
• Ensure work aligns with manuals, procedures and regulations.
• Complete and maintain accurate inspection documentation.
• Coordinate NDT activities with aircraft maintenance operations.
• Support maintenance activities at remote sites when required.
• Maintain safety, quality and compliance at all times.
• Promote a positive reporting culture and continuous improvement.

Skills

NDT inspection experience

Regulatory compliance focus

Documentation & reporting

Stakeholder communication

Education

NDT Level 2 certification ET/EC UT

Apprenticeship / engineering qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Opportunity An established aviation organisation is looking to add an experienced NDT Inspector - Level 2 to its Engineering team. Working within a regulated aircraft maintenance environment, you will support the delivery of safe, compliant and high-quality Non-Destructive Testing activities across a varied fleet. This is an excellent opportunity for an NDT professional looking to work in a fast-paced aerospace environment where safety, quality and regulatory compliance are at the heart of everything the business does. The role will involve both base maintenance and occasional support at remote locations when operational requirements demand.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out NDT inspections on aircraft and aircraft components in accordance with approved procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Support the NDT Level 3 and wider engineering team in the delivery of inspection activities.
• Ensure all work is completed in line with maintenance manuals, company procedures and applicable regulations.
• Complete and maintain accurate inspection and maintenance documentation.
• Assist with the coordination of NDT activities alongside aircraft maintenance operations to ensure work is completed efficiently and to schedule.
• Support aircraft maintenance activities away from base, including defect assessment and operational requirements.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality and compliance at all times.
• Promote a positive reporting culture and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with task planning, workload prioritisation and team development.
• Maintain a clean, organised and professional working environment.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and customers.

Requirements

• Essential Previous NDT inspection experience within aerospace or aircraft maintenance environments.
• Level 2 certification in: Eddy Current Testing (ET/EC) Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
• Experience working within regulated maintenance environments.
• Strong knowledge of aerospace NDT processes and standards.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Understanding of aircraft maintenance regulatory requirements.
• Desirable Magnetic Particle Testing (MT/MPI) Penetrant Testing (PT/FPI) Radiographic Testing (RT)
• Military aviation or defence sector experience Apprenticeship, engineering qualification or equivalent military training
• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work within a highly specialised aerospace engineering environment.
• Varied workload across aircraft maintenance and inspection activities.
• Exposure to advanced aviation platforms and technologies.
• Strong focus on professional development and training.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Long-term career progression opportunities within a growing engineering organisation.

Additional Information

• Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain the appropriate security clearance.
• Flexibility to travel and support operational requirements outside of normal working hours may occasionally be required.
• This role would suit an experienced NDT Inspector looking to join a respected aerospace organisation where they can further develop their technical capability while working within a safety-critical engineering environment.