Senior Engineer - Materials & Processes - NDT UT L3

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company committed to innovation in aerospace technology. As a Senior Engineer in Materials and Processes, you will leverage your NDT UT L3 certification to ensure the highest standards in Non-Destructive Testing. This role offers the chance to work within a diverse, international team, tackling unique challenges that contribute to the future of air travel. With a strong focus on personal and professional development, you will find ample opportunities to grow your career while being part of a culture that values diversity and collaboration.

Benefits

42 Paid Holidays

Excellent Pension Scheme

Travel Allowance

Informal Working Environment

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace or metal bonding industry preferred.
• Good command of English, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain specifications for Ultrasonic Testing.
• Train and authorize personnel in NDT methods.
• Conduct internal/external audits and handle nonconformances.

Skills

NDT UT L3 Certification

Aerospace Experience

Metal Bonding Industry Experience

English Proficiency

Quality Focus

Team Player

Education

Certification in NDT UT L3

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GKN Aerospace

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Birmingham, United Kingdom

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Posted:

05.05.2025

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19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity set the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries, we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

New vacancy: Senior Engineer Materials and Processes - NDT UT Level 3

Are you an NDT UT L3 Engineer with experience in aerospace or the metal bonding industry? Or perhaps you've worked at a research institution and want to experience the aerospace manufacturing environment? Then look no further, as we have a new vacancy for a Senior Engineer Materials & Processes - NDT UT L3.
As a Senior Engineer certified in NDT UT L3, you will be a member of the Materials & Processes team based in Papendrecht. You will be a subject matter expert supporting the business by performing Non-Destructive Testing on aircraft parts and assemblies to customer and internal requirements using various NDT methods.

What you'll do

• Develop, optimize, and maintain specifications related to Ultrasonic Testing, ensuring compliance with all relevant customer, regulatory, and airworthiness requirements.
• Implement NDT specifications (Fokker, Customer, International).
• Train, examine, and authorize personnel.
• Calibrate equipment, qualify equipment and means, release written instructions, conduct internal/external audits, handle nonconformances, and review sequences of NDT operators.

What you'll bring

• Certification: ASNT NDT UT L3 (or similar), preferably with experience in aerospace or metal bonding industry.
• Good command of English, both verbal and written.
• Quality-focused and a team player at all levels, with a proactive attitude.

What we'll offer

Our organization demonstrates passion for innovation, and our employees are proud of what we engineer and build. This role offers unique challenges and the chance to contribute both individually and as part of a diverse, international team. We support your technical and personal development and provide tools for your best performance.

We offer:

• A gross monthly salary between €5,651 and €6,998, based on experience and qualifications.
• 42 paid holidays for full-time employment.
• Working conditions according to the CAO Metalektro, including an excellent pension scheme (PME) and travel allowance.
• A pleasant, informal working environment focused on collaboration and achieving the best results for customers.

We support your career growth through learning and development opportunities, and our global presence means your career path can take many directions.

Our selection process includes a screening call, 1-2 online or face-to-face interviews, and necessary checks to meet our security and compliance standards. The onboarding process typically takes about 3 weeks.

Join us on our journey!

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We offer exciting challenges and opportunities to be part of a leading industry organization committed to innovation and pushing boundaries. With top-tier training, your potential is limitless.

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome at GKN. We believe diverse minds and inclusive environments foster success. Our culture, recognized with awards, encourages everyone to bring their full selves to work.

We are committed to accessibility and reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Please contact us if needed.

We are the place where human dreams and endeavor shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.