NDT Technician - Level 2

Draken; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 12% pension matching

Bonus incentives

Discounted PMI

Electric car scheme

Tech vouchers

Wellbeing programmes

Job summary

Draken is seeking a skilled NDT Technician - Level 2 for our Engineering Team in Bournemouth. You will perform non-destructive testing to regulatory standards, assist the Level 3 RL3 and Aircraft Maintenance Manager, and support operations across Part-145 and related activities. The role requires on-site work, readiness to travel, and a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• PCN/AERO/EN ISO 9712/EN4179 Level 2 in EC/UT or equivalent.
• Strong NDT/aerospace product knowledge.
• Good computer literacy (Microsoft Suite, Aero-Trac preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform NDT tasks to regulatory standards.
• Support RL3 and AMM in NDT activities.
• Complete documentation for NDT activities in a timely manner.
• Assist at remote locations and on-site maintenance as required.
• Promote safety, quality and regulatory compliance in all tasks.

Skills

NDT experience

Aerospace knowledge

PCN/EN4179 Level 2

Computer literacy

Regulatory understanding

Education

PCN/EN4179 Level 2 qualification

Tools

AeroTrac

MS Office

Job description

Location: Bournemouth

Working pattern: Monday - Thursday 08:00 - 16:00, Friday 08:00 - 15:30. 37 hours per week.

Draken believes in fair reward and recognition for our employees. As such, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including up to 12% matching pension contributions, bonus incentives, discounted PMI, electric car scheme, tech vouchers, wellbeing programmes and much more.

The Role

We are looking for a skilled and motivated NDT Technician - Level 2 to join our Engineering Team. In this role, you will assist the NDT Technician Level 3 (RL3) and support the Aircraft Maintenance Manager in delivering safe, compliant, and high‑quality Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) across Part-145 and/or A8-23 activities.

This position will play a key part in maintaining the operational performance of Draken’s aircraft maintenance operation, including support at remote locations when required. You will perform NDT tasks to regulatory standards while contributing to a culture where safety, quality and compliance come first.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

NDT is highly regulated and safety, quality and regulatory compliance is held as the priority. The NDT Technician Level 2 must drive and deliver a culture of safety first ahead of schedule, with the highest level of safety and regulatory compliance across all relevant areas. Promoting SHE and Security in relation to the performance of NDT activities is essential. Operational activities are based around customer requirements; therefore, the preparedness to work additional hours, be on call and travel in order to deliver a successful maintenance business is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety, Quality & Regulatory Compliance
• Promote a “Just Culture” with regard to safety and reporting of occurrences within the business
• To be particularly responsible for the NDT of aircraft and aircraft equipment as allocated by their supervisor.
• Supporting aircraft away from home base when necessary, including scheduled operations or defect assessments on an ad‑hoc basis.
• Ensuring that all operations are carried out in a safe and proper manner and in accordance with the relevant Maintenance Manuals, and the Company Exposition.
• To ensure the correct and timely completion of all documentation relating to the NDT activities performed.
• To co‑ordinate with other engineering activities, enabling the NDT and aircraft maintenance teams to complete tasks to target and within budget
• Ensure work areas are always kept clean and tidy.
• Evaluate all existing standards, practices, and procedures with a view to continuous improvement and efficiency
• Assist the NDT Level 3 (RL3), in the day‑to‑day functions of the team, and to deputise in their absence
• Assisting the NDT Level 3 (RL3) in prioritising tasks and scheduling requirements
• Assisting the NDT Level 3 (RL3) in the development of the team
• Ensuring company core values are always maintained
• Achieve optimal aircraft maintenance performance; maintain excellent customer and stakeholder relations
• Other tasks as set by the NDT Technician Level 3 (RL3) or AMM, that are considered to be within the capabilities of the individual and required as part of the daily running of the engineering department

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Previous NDT experience, ideally within aircraft maintenance.
• Qualified to PCN/AERO scheme, or BS EN ISO 9712, or EN4179 Level 2 in:
• Eddy Current (EC)
• Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
• Strong NDT/aerospace product knowledge.
• Good computer literacy (Microsoft Suite, Aero‑Trac preferred).
• Understanding of aircraft maintenance regulatory requirements.
• Aerospace experience

Preferred

• Magnetic Particle Testing (MP)
• Fluorescent Dye Penetrant (FPI)
• Radiography (RT)
• Dassault NDT engineer training for specialist processes
• Apprenticeship or HM Forces equivalent training
• Experience in continuous improvement environments

Additional Requirements

• Security clearance compliant with UK/ITAR.
• Basic financial and project management understanding.

Our employee values

Draken is committed to eliminating unlawful and unfair discrimination and we celebrate the differences that a diverse workforce brings. A range of perspective and talent supports our values and drives our success, with a mix of voices generating better discussions, business decisions and outcomes for all.

We are also an Armed Forces friendly organisation, and as part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, welcome applications from veterans and services spouses and partners who met the criteria in our job specifications.

In line with our Disability Confident Commitments, we provide reasonable adjustments to facilitate our interview process, please liaise with us if any reasonable adjustments are required.