Eddy Current, Level II NDI Technician

HR Group LLC Companies; Prague (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Eddy Current Level II NDI Technician supports the Aircraft Maintenance Group at Tinker AFB by conducting critical inspections to ensure aircraft structural integrity and compliance with USAF standards. This role specializes in eddy current inspections but may support other NDI methods as qualified, with experience preferred in EVI and Eddy MAUS.

Minimum 3 years of aircraft-related NDI experience is required, along with an active security clearance or eligibility.

Qualifications

• The role requires Level II Eddy Current certification per NAS 410/ASNT or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of aircraft-related NDI experience.
• Understanding of aircraft structural components and material characteristics.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and inspection procedures.
• Active Secret Clearance or eligibility to obtain.
• Preferred but not required: EVI certification or experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform Level II eddy current inspections on aircraft components and systems following technical orders and USAF regulations.
• Ensure accurate detection and evaluation of discontinuities in metallic structures.
• Prepare and maintain inspection reports and records per quality controls.
• Support additional NDI methods (ultrasonic, x-ray, dye penetrant, magnetic particle) within certification scope.
• Follow safety and environmental procedures and hazardous material handling guidelines.
• Interface with QA and maintenance teams to communicate inspection results.
• Maintain certification and currency in assigned NDI methods.
• Suggest process improvements to enhance inspection effectiveness and reduce downtime.
• Optionally utilize Eddy MAUS for composite and metallic structure analysis.
• Apply EVI techniques where qualified.
• Support adherence to ISO, NAS 410, or ASNT standards as applicable.

Skills

NDI experience

Eddy Current Level II certification

Security clearance (Active or eligible

Reading drawings/engineering drawings

Interpreting technical manuals

Education

NAS 410/ASNT or equivalent certification (education)

Tools

NDI equipment & tools

Eddy MAUS experience (preferred)

EVI (preferred)

Job description

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Prague, OK, US

Job Summary

The Eddy Current Level II NDI Technician supports the Aircraft Maintenance Group at Tinker AFB by conducting critical inspections to ensure aircraft structural integrity and compliance with U.S. Air Force standards. This role specializes in eddy current inspections but may support other NDI methods as qualified. The ideal candidate will have strong experience performing inspections on aircraft components, preferably with EVI (Electromagnetic Visual Inspection) certification and Eddy MAUS (Manual Analysis Ultrasonic System) experience, though these are not required. The NDI Technician works closely with other maintenance professionals to identify and report defects and uphold flight safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform Level II eddy current inspections on aircraft components and systems in accordance with applicable technical orders, industry standards, and USAF regulations.
• Ensure accurate detection and evaluation of discontinuities in metallic structures.
• Prepare and maintain inspection reports and records following quality control standards.
• Support additional NDI methods (e.g., ultrasonic, x-ray, dye penetrant, magnetic particle) within certification scope, if needed.
• Follow proper safety procedures, environmental protocols, and hazardous material handling guidelines.
• Interface with quality assurance and maintenance teams to communicate inspection results.
• Maintain certification and training currency in assigned NDI methods.
• Recommend process improvements or adjustments to enhance inspection effectiveness and reduce aircraft downtime.
• Optionally utilize Eddy MAUS for composite and metallic structure analysis (preferred but not required).
• Apply EVI techniques where qualified (preferred but not required).
• Support adherence to ISO, NAS 410, or ASNT standards as applicable.

Qualifications

• Certification as Level II in Eddy Current per NAS 410, ASNT, or equivalent military standard.
• Minimum 3 years of aircraft-related NDI experience.
• Understanding of aircraft structural components and material characteristics.
• Skilled in the use of NDI equipment, tools, and technical data.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and inspection procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Active Secret Clearance (or eligibility to obtain).
• Preferred but not required: Certification or experience in EVI.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

While performing the duties of this job:

• Frequently required to sit, talk and hear.
• Occasionally required to walk; use hands and fingers to operate, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.