FPI Inspector

Barnes Aerospace; Gelang Patah; On-site; MYR 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes Aerospace in Malaysia is seeking an experienced FPI Inspector to perform fluorescent penetrant inspections on aircraft engine components, ensuring flaw detection and adherence to procedures.

Responsibilities include test order review, part preparation, equipment calibration, result interpretation, and supporting production activities while maintaining safety and 6S housekeeping. NAS 410/EN 4179 Level 2 certification is required, with 3–7 years of aerospace experience.

Qualifications

• Experience performing FPI in aerospace or equivalent quality testing environment.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy in test interpretation.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple inspections.
• Good communication skills and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI) on aircraft engine components to identify flaws.
• Review test orders, procedures, and acceptance criteria.
• Prepare parts with cleaners, swabs, penetrants, and developers.
• Calibrate test equipment and perform daily checks.
• Interpret test results against data to determine acceptability.
• Support production with part marking, benching, and minor machining.
• Handle chemicals and operate etching lines safely.
• Participate in audits and generate corrective action reports.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and comply with safety rules.

Skills

FPI inspection

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Engineering

Job description

This role involves performing Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI) on aircraft engine components to determine material flaws and discontinuities, with responsibility for test preparation, equipment calibration, result interpretation, and supporting production activities.

Perform Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI) on aircraft engine components to determine material flaws and discontinuities

Review test orders to determine type of test required, test procedures, and part acceptability criteria

Prepare parts for testing by applying proper agents such as cleaners, swab etch, penetrants and developers

Perform daily checks on test equipment calibration

Interpret results of various tests performed against the acceptance criteria specified in operations manual or other approved data

Perform part mark, benching and cold work to support production

Carry out chemical handling and etching line duties

Participate in team audits and process reports for corrective actions

Maintain good housekeeping practices on machines and in work area such as 6S, sort, label, and store tooling/equipment

Comply with all safety rules and regulations during course of duties

Requirements:

3 - 7 years of experience in Aerospace industry

Possess NAS 410/ EN 4179 Level 2 certification on FPI

Strong attention to details

Ability to multitask

Good communications skills

Able to perform rotating shift

Education requirements:

Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia/Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical/Manufacturing)/ or Machining Certification from an accredited trade college or Vocational school equivalent.

Barnes Aerospace, a business of Barnes, has been a leading global provider of precision aircraft and engine components, and aftermarket services. With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, customers in commercial aviation, defense, industrial, and space industries rely on us for our depth of knowledge, establishing us as a trusted partner.

Barnes Aerospace, a business of Barnes, has been a leading global provider of precision aircraft and engine components, and aftermarket services. With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, customers in commercial aviation, defense, industrial, and space industries rely on us for our depth of knowledge, establishing us as a trusted partner.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as an inspector?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?