NDT Technician Level 2

Recruit Engineering; Denham; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Denham is seeking an NDT Level 2 Technician. The role involves conducting non-destructive testing on aviation components, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Candidates must have Level 1 NAS 410 and Level 2 PCN or NAS 410 certifications in X-Ray, MPI, and DPI. This permanent position offers a salary of £37,000 - £43,000, strong benefits, and genuine progression opportunities within a stable work environment.

Benefits

Strong benefits package

Genuine progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Level 1 NAS 410 Certification is required as a minimum to carry out basic NDT processing.
• Level 2 PCN or Level NAS 410 Certification in X‑Ray, MPI & DPI is also required.
• Experience in production manufacturing or aerospace testing.

Responsibilities

• Conducting non‑destructive testing (X‑Ray, MPI, DPI) on materials and components to technical specifications.
• Generating and maintaining test and inspection documentation.
• Ensuring all work meets quality standards and H&S regulations including COSHH.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Basic PC and SAP skills

Experience in production manufacturing or aerospace testing

Understanding of H&S policies and procedures

Education

Level 2 PCN or Level NAS 410 Certification

Level 1 NAS 410 Certification

Tools

Computerised inspection systems

Job description

NDT Level 2 Technician

Denham | £37,000 - £43,000 | Permanent | Days

We're recruiting an NDT Level 2 Technician for a globally recognised aerospace manufacturer in Denham. You'll be carrying out non‑destructive testing on aviation safety components for fighter jets, working to exacting standards in a safety‑critical environment.

What you'll be doing:

• Conducting non‑destructive testing (X‑Ray, MPI, DPI) on materials and components to technical specifications
• Assembling test items in line with company procedures and drawings
• Monitoring shielding levels in radiographic facilities to ensure national safety compliance
• Performing chemical testing of DPI/MPI processes
• Generating and maintaining test and inspection documentation
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, test procedures, and technical specifications
• Using SAP to record work progress, track component batches, and maintain accurate records
• Ensuring all work meets quality standards and H&S regulations including COSHH
• Contributing to training of new employees and suggesting process improvements

What you need:

• Level 1 NAS 410 Certification is required as a minimum to carry out basic NDT processing
• Level 2 PCN or Level NAS 410 Certification in X‑Ray, MPI & DPI is also required
• Experience in production manufacturing or aerospace testing
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Understanding of H&S policies and procedures
• Basic PC and SAP skills
• Experience using computerised inspection systems and inspection tools

What's on offer:

• £37,000 - £43,000 (depending on experience)
• Days‑based: 08:00‑17:00 Mon‑Thu / 08:00‑12:00 Fri
• Strong benefits package
• Genuine progression opportunities
• Stable, long‑term work with over a decade of secured contracts

This is a permanent position with a leading name in aerospace manufacturing. You'll be working on safety‑critical components where precision and compliance are essential.

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