IUT Level 2 inspector

Element Materials Technology; South Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Materials Technology is seeking a certified NDT Ultrasonic Level II Inspector (Immersion) to perform immersion ultrasonic inspections on aerospace components. You will setup, calibrate, and operate immersion UT equipment, select techniques, and evaluate results for conformance.

The role requires NAS 410 Level II certification, 1+ year immersion UT experience, and strong understanding of ultrasonic theory and data interpretation. Competitive hourly pay and safety-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Must hold NAS 410 Level II (or equivalent) certification with immersion UT proficiency.
• At least 1 year of hands-on UT immersion inspections on aerospace components.
• Strong understanding of ultrasonic theory, transducers, and data interpretation.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and procedures related to NDT.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibrations, immersion ultrasonic inspections, and evaluations to determine acceptance or rejection of aerospace components.
• Set up, verify, and maintain immersion ultrasonic systems and transducers for accuracy and repeatability.
• Interpret and document test results, recording inspection data and equipment settings per QA requirements.
• Collaborate within an inspection cell with peers to ensure efficient workflow and quality.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment and uphold Element’s safety culture.

Skills

NAS 410 Level II

Immersion UT

UT calibration

Drawings interpretation

Documentation

Tools

Immersion UT equipment

Job description

Overview

Element has an opportunity for a certified NDT Ultrasonic Level II Inspector (Immersion) to perform immersion ultrasonic inspections on aerospace components in accordance with applicable specifications, procedures, and customer requirements. The Level II Inspector will be responsible for setup, calibration, and operation of immersion ultrasonic equipment, selection of appropriate techniques, and interpretation and evaluation of inspection results to determine conformance and detect discontinuities.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical knowledge of ultrasonic theory, transducer selection, sound beam characteristics, and immersion system operation, as well as familiarity with aerospace materials and manufacturing processes. The position requires strict adherence to approved NDT procedures, safety standards, and quality system requirements under NAS 410 or equivalent certification standards.

Team Environment:

The Level II Inspector will operate as part of a dedicated inspection cell team, collaborating closely with other inspectors, technicians, and production personnel to ensure efficient workflow, consistent quality, and timely delivery of inspected components. This team-based structure promotes cross-functional support, shared accountability, and continuous improvement within the inspection cell.

Salary: $32- $45/hr DOE

Responsibilities

• Perform calibrations, immersion ultrasonic inspections, and evaluations in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and customer specifications to determine acceptance or rejection of aerospace components.
• Set up, verify, and maintain immersion ultrasonic systems and transducers to ensure accuracy, repeatability, and compliance with approved inspection procedures.
• Interpret and document test results clearly and accurately, recording all inspection data, equipment settings, and evaluation outcomes per quality system requirements.
• Collaborate within a dedicated inspection cell team, working closely with fellow inspectors and production personnel to ensure efficient part flow, consistent quality, and adherence to delivery schedules.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, actively promoting and participating in Element’s safety culture by observing all company policies, procedures, and best practices.

Skills / Qualifications

• Must hold a current Level II certification in Ultrasonic Testing (UT) in accordance with NAS 410, SNT-TC-1A, or equivalent aerospace certification standard, with demonstrated proficiency in immersion ultrasonic inspection techniques.
• Minimum of 1 year of hands‑on experience performing UT immersion inspections on aerospace or similarly critical components.
• Strong understanding of ultrasonic theory, sound beam physics, transducer selection, focal laws, and data interpretation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical procedures related to NDT inspection.
• Proficient in documentation and digital data recording systems used for inspection traceability and quality compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a cell team environment, maintaining communication and collaboration with peers, leads, and supervisors to ensure efficient operations and consistent inspection quality.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement, maintaining compliance with all company and regulatory requirements.

Company Overview

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

Diversity Statement

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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