MP&P Technical Analyst 3 - NDE

Cts Technology Solutions, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

Cts Technology Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Nondestructive Evaluation Technical Analyst in Huntsville, Alabama. This role focuses on evaluating parts and materials through NDE methodologies to ensure safety and compliance.

The ideal candidate should have experience in Nondestructive Evaluation and strong communication skills, alongside familiarity with CAD/CAM tools. A Secret Clearance is preferred as the role involves sensitive aerospace projects.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Nondestructive Evaluation.
• Strong understanding of materials behavior and stress analysis.
• Experience in regulated industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply NDE methods to evaluate parts and materials.
• Conduct analysis to prevent future failures.
• Generate test plans and document results.
• Provide mentoring to junior engineers.

Skills

Nondestructive Evaluation

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Computer Aided Design tools

Education

Associates Technical degree

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline

Tools

CAD/CAM

CATIA

Mentor Graphics

Unigraphics

Job description

Huntsville, Alabama 6+ months Up to $50.00/Hour Contract No Shift

Overview

Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. US Citizenship Required.

Evaluates parts, materials, processes, technology or equipment through research and testing to ensure safety, reliability and adherence to requirements and specifications. Analyzes failed parts and processes to reduce or eliminate future failures. Generates test plans, identifies and categorizes failures, determines root cause and documents results and recommendations. Proposes, develops and validates revisions to procedures and specifications. Determines suitability of parts, materials and processes. Determines suitability of parts, materials and processes and coordinates resolution of issues with suppliers and customers. Supports continuous improvement of products and processes by designing, developing, fabricating, testing, evaluating and implementing new concepts and technology. Provides knowledge and technical consultation to internal and external customers. Works under general direction.

Nondestructive Evaluation Technical Analyst - Huntsville, AL - NDE Technician.

We are looking for a range of experience, including early to mid-career level NDE Technicians.

Engineering team supporting space, commercial and defense air vehicles.

Along with supporting the aforementioned space commercial and defense programs; the team provides supplier standup/certification, fabrication support/trouble‑sh‑ooting and fleet support activities across the Company value stream. The team also conducts NDE research and development for both internal and external customers. Our team is located in three cities: Huntsville, AL; Oklahoma City, OK; and St. Louis, MO. The chosen candidate will support the Huntsville, AL location.

Position Responsibilities:

• Apply nondestructive evaluation (NDE) methods/approaches, such as acoustic, electromagnetic, thermal, optical, and radiologic principles, in performing complex analysis and evaluation of parts, materials, processes, technology or equipment through research and testing to ensure safety, reliability and adherence to requirements and specifications.
• Leads, coordinates, and conducts complex analysis of failed parts and processes to reduce or eliminate future failures.
• Generates test plans, identifies and categorizes failure, determines root cause and documents results and recommendations.
• Maintain compliance with contractual and regulatory obligations.
• Leads the proposal, development, and validation of revisions to procedures and specifications.
• Determines suitability of parts, materials and processes and coordinates resolution of complex issues with suppliers and customers.
• Support audits, root cause analyses, and failure investigations as a subject matter expert.
• Supports continuous improvement of products and processes by leading the design, development, fabrication, testing, evaluation and implementation of new concepts and technology.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians.
• Supports the Team Lead and work statement, assist defining strategies and/or provides consultation.

6+ months — possible extension and possible FTE opportunity.

What you'll need

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 1+ years of experience in Nondestructive Evaluation
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of computer aided design tools and systems (e.g., computer aided design/computer aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM), computer aided three dimensional interactive (CATIA), Mentor Graphics, Unigraphics).

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of hands‑on experience in NDE/NDT engineering in a regulated industry (e.g., aerospace, defense, energy).
• Experience with nondestructive evaluation processes (e.g., ultrasonic testing, radiography, eddy current testing, and penetrant inspection)
• ASNT Level 2 in multiple nondestructive evaluation processes (e.g., ultrasonic testing, radiography, eddy current testing, and penetrant inspection)
• Experience working in multi‑discipline teams, a strong desire to work with technical and non‑technical customers.
• Strong understanding of materials behavior, stress analysis, and fracture mechanics.
• Experience with project management tools
• Excellent time management skills to manage several simultaneous projects effectively and across various geographical locations.
• Active / Current Secret U.S. Security Clearance preferred but not required.

Typical Education/Experience:

• Early Career (Level 1) Associates Technical degree
• Mid-Career (Level 3) Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• AA degree in related discipline and typically 3 or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.