Division NDT Level 3

Precision CastParts; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. is seeking a Division NDT Level III to supervise qualification and certification of NDT personnel per NAS 410, audit NDT systems, and provide technical guidance across divisions. The role reports to the Division Sr.

Director of Quality and serves as a key technical liaison for PCC. The candidate will maintain NAS 410 responsibilities, support site Level III personnel, and ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, metallurgy, physics or another applicable technical discipline preferred.
• Certifiable within 120 days of employment to Level 3 in UT, PT and MT; RT/DRT may be required.
• ASNT Level 3 preferable.
• Must have excellent communication and analytical skills; able to work with all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated knowledge in UT billet inspection and UT forging inspection.
• Willingness to travel up to 65% to PCC facilities, customer locations, and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Administer, approve, or oversee qualification and employer certification of NDT personnel per NAS 410 and PCC Written Practice.
• Audit NDT systems at assigned facilities; evaluate and ensure compliance of NDT processes.
• Serve as escalation point for NDT-related inspection matters with customers.
• Provide guidance on NDT issues to sales, engineering and manufacturing.
• Perform system audits of NDT areas across campuses and annexes.
• Develop new NDT processes and obtain customer approval for new technology.

Skills

NAS 410

NDT Level III

Ultrasonics UT

Radiographic Testing RT

Digital Radiographic Testing DRT

Penetrant PT

Magnetic Particle MT

ASNT Level 3

Travel readiness

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, metallurgy, physics

Job description

Massachusetts, New Jersey, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas

City Cleveland, Dillon, Houston, Rockaway, Worcester

Division Wyman Gordon

Company Wyman Gordon Division

Function Quality

Workplace Type On-Site

Position type Full Time

Opportunity ID 24878

Job Description

Position Overview: This position must be designated by the employer per NAS 410. This position shall report to the Division Sr. Director of Quality. The Division NDT Level III serves as the Forgings and Metals Segment NDT Subject Matter Expert and exercises NDT technical authority within the scope delegated by the PCC Responsible Level 3 and PCC Written Practice. Site Responsible Level III personnel maintain their NAS 410 responsibilities and have a dotted-line technical relationship to the Division NDT Level III for divisional NDT governance, standardization, technical guidance, and escalation. This position will be tasked with qualification and certification of NDT personnel to NAS 410, auditing NDT systems at assigned facilities, and evaluation and compliance of all NDT processes and systems. The Division NDT Level III shall be recognized internally and externally as a technical expert in their field. They are to be competent to act as a technical liaison representing PCC as a prime technical contact.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Administer, approve, or oversee qualification and employer certification of NDT personnel, within the incumbent's certified methods/techniques and delegated authority, in accordance with NAS 410, PCC's Written Practice, applicable customer requirements, and Responsible Level 3 authorization.
• Support sites by analyzing and interpreting inspection data across the segment, serving as an escalation point, conduct research on product defects, and recommend modification in products or quality standards, where such appear to be warranted.
• Serves as an escalation point for the segment with customers on items NDT related inspection and visit customers and suppliers where necessary on specific inspection matters.
• Provide guidance and expertise to sales, engineering and manufacturing on NDT issues with regards to customer
• Perform system audits on all NDT areas of the assigned campuses and annexes including sub tier suppliers.
• Assist in the development of new NDT processes and procedures with regard to new technology and customer approval of that technology.
• Ensure NDT activities within the assigned scope comply with applicable contractual, customer, regulatory, statutory, and PCC requirements, including the ability to interpret codes, standards, drawings, specifications, acceptance criteria, and other contractual documents. The Division NDT Level III has authority to stop or suspend NDT operations, personnel certification activities, or product acceptance when an NDT process, personnel qualification, equipment condition, or technical requirement does not comply with applicable requirements.
• Provide divisional NDT governance, standardization, technical guidance, mentoring, escalation support, and audit oversight to Site Responsible Level III personnel as required. Site Responsible Level III personnel retain their assigned NAS 410 responsibilities and have a dotted-line technical relationship to the Division NDT Level III.
• Obtain individual customer Level 3 approval, qualification, or certification as required by applicable customer requirements.
• Assist in developing cost reduction initiatives as
• Serve as a technical authority for applicable Nadcap NDT requirements, including audit preparation and support, internal process audits, technical response to NDT nonconformances, corrective-action verification, audit of personnel qualification records, and applicable customer/subscriber supplemental requirements.
• Implement NDT requirements and technical direction issued by the PCC Responsible/Corporate Level 3 within the delegated Division scope.
• This position is primarily a technical oversight and compliance role. The incumbent may perform NDT inspections, evaluate indications, and document or approve inspection results only in methods and techniques for which the individual holds current PCC Level 3 certification and when authorized by applicable PCC procedures and customer requirements. Routine production inspection is not the primary function of the position.
• Maintain all required Level 3 certifications, vision examinations, annual proficiency requirements when applicable, continuing technical competence, and customer-specific approvals necessary for assigned duties.
• All other duties as assigned

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

• Must comply with all applicable safety requirements, policies and procedures, while maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly work environment.
• Must participate in required training, medical monitoring, safety, and health evaluations and programs.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in all designated areas of facility.
• Perform all physical functions of position; standing, stooping, bending, sitting, walking, twisting, kneeling, turning and lifting of materials up to 35 lbs.
• Meet established attendance standards.
• Work more than 40 hours as needed.
• Must report any work-related injury or illness immediately to your direct supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience and Required Skills

• Must satisfy the education and documented NDT experience prerequisites for initial Level 3 qualification under the current revision of NAS 410 and PCC's Written Practice. Bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, metallurgy, physics, or another applicable technical discipline preferred.
• Certifiable within 120 days of employment to Level 3 in Ultrasonics (UT), Penetrant (PT) and Magnetic Particle (MT). Level 3 in Radiographic Testing (RT) and Level 3 in Digital Radiographic Testing (DRT) or other methods may be required.
• ASNT Level 3 preferable.
• Must have excellent communication and analytical skills and be capable of working effectively within all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated technical knowledge applicable to UT billet inspection and UT forging inspection.
• Working knowledge of nickel-, cobalt-, titanium-, and steel-alloy metallurgy as applicable; heat treatment; surface condition effects; manufacturing discontinuities versus service discontinuities; and interpretation of drawings, specifications, and acceptance criteria.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 65% to PCC facilities, customer locations, supplier locations, and other business locations as required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $150000 to $160000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 3X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter . Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.

National Security and Export Controls

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

About PCC

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.