Inspection Technician IV and NDT II

Md Helicopters; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MD Helicopters, LLC seeks an experienced Inspection Technician IV in Mesa, AZ to perform mechanical, system, and nondestructive inspections of aircraft materials and components. You will execute final and in-process inspections, and MT/PT tests per FAA regulations and OEM documentation.

Responsibilities include documenting results, ensuring traceability, and supporting airworthiness and regulatory inspections while maintaining a clean FOD-free environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years aviation production/maintenance inspector experience.
• Minimum 2 years' NDT experience in aerospace or similar regulated industry.
• Certified Level II in MT and PT per NAS 410 or SNT-TC-1A required.
• A&P License required.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, dimensional, mechanical, and functional inspections using blueprints and drawings.
• Conduct MT and FPI inspections per approved procedures and FAA/OEM specifications.
• Set up, calibrate, and operate NDT equipment; interpret indications.
• Document inspection results with full traceability of parts and records.
• Verify processes and repairs for compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain inspection logs and required records; support NDT lab operations.
• Identify nonconformances and assist in root-cause investigations.
• Support airworthiness release determinations and regulatory inspections.

Skills

Precision measurement

NDT inspection knowledge

Documentation & traceability

MS Office

Communication & teamwork

Export control awareness

Reading blueprints

Education

High School diploma

A&P license

NDT Level II MT/PT NAS 410/SNT-TC-1A

Tools

NDT equipment

Calibration tools

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Mesa HQ AZ - Mesa, AZ 85215Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Category: QA - Quality ControlSUMMARY

The Inspection Technician IV performs mechanical, system, and nondestructive inspections to ensure that aircraft materials, components, assemblies, repairs, and processes comply with customer, regulatory, and company requirements. Responsibilities include final assembly inspection, in‑process and final airworthiness inspections, and Level II Magnetic Particle (MT) and Fluorescent Penetrant (FPI/PT) testing in accordance with approved NDT procedures, FAA regulations, and OEM documentation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Perform visual, dimensional, mechanical, and functional inspections of aircraft materials, components, subassemblies, assemblies, and final product configurations using blueprints, sketches, engineering drawings, and other references.
• Perform MT and FPI inspections in accordance with approved NDT techniques, procedures, FAA regulations, OEM manuals, and customer specifications.
• Set up, calibrate, and operate NDT equipment and systems; interpret and evaluate indications using applicable acceptance criteria.
• Document inspection results clearly and accurately, ensuring full traceability of parts and records.
• Verify production, engineering test processes, and repair work for compliance with manufacturing, test, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain inspection logs, reports, and all required records.
• Support NDT lab operations including equipment qualification, process validation, procedure development, and environmental controls.
• Identify nonconformances, initiate corrective actions, and assist in root cause investigations.
• Perform incoming, in‑process, and final inspections, verifying compliance with approved data and regulatory requirements.
• May support airworthiness release determinations when authorized and participate in audits and regulatory inspections.
• Maintain a clean, organized, FOD‑free work environment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

QualificationsSKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments including scales, calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, and related equipment.
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing, production, repair, and engineering test processes.
• Ability to interpret inspection criteria and make sound accept/reject decisions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Access to Export Control information required.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and follow instructions; strong concentration skills.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 4 years aviation production/maintenance titled inspector experience or 7 years related aviation production/maintenance experience.
• Minimum 2 years' NDT experience in aerospace or similar regulated industry.
• Familiarity with FAA Part 145 Repair Station requirements preferred.

This document does not create an employment contracts, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Certified Level II in MT and PT per NAS 410 or SNT‑TC‑1A Required.

A & P License Required.

Additional NDT certifications (ET) preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work performed in an office and factory settings.
• Exposure to shop environment such as noise, dust, odors and fumes.
• Occasionally required to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, climb ladders and move about facilities.
• Willingness to participate in the FAA Drug & Alcohol Testing Program (per 14 CFR Part 120) as a safety‑sensitive employee.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

MD Helicopters, LLC is an equal opportunity employer that includes veterans and individuals with disabilities.