Level 2 NDT Technician – Carbon Wing Ultrasonics

GKN; Bath; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance 28%

EV salary sacrifice

Pension scheme

Life Assurance 8x salary

Holiday entitlement 187.5 hrs

Income protection

Discounts

Cycle to Work

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

GKN Aerospace in Bath is seeking a Level 2 NDT Technician to inspect carbon fibre wing spars using semi-automated and manual ultrasonic methods. The role is based at our Western Approach site, with duties covering aerospace-grade inspections and documentation.

You will work a 7 day fortnight shift pattern, including a 28% shift allowance, and support NDT Level 3 as required. The position emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration with customers and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Needs EN4179 Level 2 qualification in Ultrasonic Inspection of carbon fibre composites.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and apply relevant calculations.
• Understanding of composite manufacture in the aerospace industry.
• Understanding and adherence to aerospace quality standards.
• A team player who can work alone in NDT process improvement and documentation.
• Willing to work at customer sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Semi-Automated, Manual Phased Array and Manual Pulse Echo Ultrasonic Inspection of carbon fibre wing spars and components.
• Comply with Health & Safety requirements.
• Maintain aerospace quality standards.
• Provide support as required to the NDT Level 3.
• Communicate with customers and suppliers as required.
• Provide reports on Non-Destructive Testing matters.

Skills

EN4179 Level 2

Read engineering drawings

Composite aerospace knowledge

Aerospace quality standards

Team player

Customer site work

Job description

GKN Aerospace in Bath is seeking a Level 2 NDT Technician to inspect carbon fibre wing spars using semi-automated and manual ultrasonic methods. The role is based at our Western Approach site, with duties covering aerospace-grade inspections and documentation.

You will work a 7 day fortnight shift pattern, including a 28% shift allowance, and support NDT Level 3 as required. The position emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration with customers and suppliers.