Columbus Forge Ultrasonic NDT SME (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX's Pratt & Whitney division is seeking Ultrasonic NDT Subject Matter Experts to join the Columbus Forge team. You will support production, collaborate with Engineering and Operations, and develop and improve NDT processes and systems.

Your role will involve audits and certifications, technical guidance and training, inspection system oversight, and driving process improvements with focus on immersion ultrasonic, etch, and FPI proficiencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years NDT experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
• Detailed knowledge of NDT process and procedures in the aerospace industry.

Responsibilities

• Support NDT audits and certifications, provide technical guidance and training, perform inspection system oversight, and drive process improvements.
• Collaborate with Operations and Engineering to integrate NDT into production.

Skills

Immersion Ultrasonic

Etch

FPI

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

IRT ScanMaster

Matec Aragorn

NX

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-13 Country: United States of America Location: US-GA-MIDLAND-MPC ~ 8801/8987 Macon Rd ~ BLDG MPC Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do:

The Quality and Process Engineering (QPE) organization is looking for Ultrasonic (UT) Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Subject Matter Experts who will work in the Columbus Forge business unit to support production, integrate with Engineering and Ops, and develop/continuously improve our NDT processes and systems. As a member of the QPE Columbus Forge NDT team, you will support NDT audits and certifications, provide technical guidance and training, perform inspection system oversight, and drive process improvements.

Specific NDT proficiencies being considered are:

• Immersion Ultrasonic, specifically longitudinal and shear wave immersion disk inspection
• Etch
• FPI

Qualifications You Must Have:

Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years NDT experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience. Detailed knowledge of NDT process and procedures in the aerospace industry.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Current P&W Level 3 certification or ability to gain P&W Level 3 certification
• Experience with training, personnel testing and auditing NDT systems
• Experience that includes a background in fully automated inspection systems i.e. IRT ScanMaster and/or Matec Aragorn
• Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing operations and engineering
• Knowledge and experience with root cause and process control tools
• Project Management and Operations Leadership experience
• Experience with NX, SAP, and Microsoft suite

What Is My Role Type:

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is: Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class.

RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.