NDE Inspector

Cimarron Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) contributions

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Cimarron Inc. seeks an experienced Level II NDE Inspector to support a contract in San Diego, CA or Los Alamitos, CA.

You will perform NDT on materials and components, using UT and infrared thermography, while calibrating equipment and interpreting drawings to determine inspection criteria. Responsibilities include documenting results, supporting failure analysis, and providing technical support across manufacturing, engineering, and field teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of general, full-time work experience.
• 3+ years of directly related NDT inspection experience.
• Certified or certifiable to NAS 410 Level II or Level III in NDT methods.
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, weld symbols, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-destructive testing (NDT) on materials, manufactured items, and components.
• Inspect metallic and nonmetallic materials, parts, and assemblies per specs and procedures.
• Execute inspections using UT and infrared thermography.
• Calibrate and align NDT equipment; perform adjustments as needed.
• Interpret drawings to determine inspection requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Validate non-destructive inspection callouts on engineering drawings.
• Evaluate inspection results and support failure analysis and disposition of nonconformances.
• Review NDT technique sheets and material/process specifications.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate records.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing, engineering, program, field, and supplier personnel.

Skills

NDT inspection

Ultrasonic Testing

Infrared Thermography

Reading drawings

CAD software

Microsoft Office

NAS 410 II/III

Education

High school diploma / Associate / Bachelor

UT certification

Infrared Thermography certification

CAD coursework

Job description

Position Introduction/Key Duties

Cimarron is seeking a Level II NDE Inspector to support a contract located in San Diego, CA or Los Alamitos, CA.

Key Duties

• Perform non-destructive testing (NDT) on materials, manufactured items, and components.
• Inspect metallic and nonmetallic materials, parts, and assemblies in accordance with applicable specifications and procedures.
• Execute inspections using industry-recognized NDT methods, including ultrasonic testing (UT) and infrared thermography.
• Perform calibration and alignment checks on NDT equipment, including adjustments, modifications, and replacements as needed.
• Interpret structural drawings, weld symbols, and specifications to determine inspection requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Validate non-destructive inspection callouts on engineering drawings.
• Evaluate inspection results and support failure analysis, methods analysis, and disposition of nonconformances.
• Review and follow NDT technique sheets and material/process specifications.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate inspection records.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing, engineering, program, field, and supplier personnel.

Required/Desired Skills, Experience, And Education

Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for consideration at this time.
• This position requires access to federal facilities. Candidates must possess a valid, unexpired Real ID-compliant driver's license or state-issued identification card at the time of hire. If you are unsure whether your ID is Real ID-compliant, please check for the star symbol in the upper portion of your driver's license or state ID.
• Ability to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which will include but is not limited to testing for marijuana use.
• 3 or more years of general, full-time work experience.
• 3 or more years of directly related NDT inspection experience.
• Certified or certifiable to Level II or Level III in NDT methods in accordance with NAS 410.
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, weld symbols, and specifications.

Desired Skills, Experience, And Education

• High school diploma, Associate's degree, or Bachelor's degree.
• Certified or certifiable in Ultrasonic Inspection (UT) and Infrared Thermography.
• Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Business Profile

Cimarron is a global solutions company with a strategic partnering approach to satisfying customer-driven requirements. We ensure customer success with a modern approach and experienced leadership. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, Cimarron is fueled by highly skilled employees, developing new innovative technologies, and delivering superior products and services. We believe in recognizing employees' worth by offering competitive salaries and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, educational reimbursement, and much more. From company communication through Company-wide information meetings led by our President and CEO, to an Awards program designed to recognize our amazing employees and their accomplishments, you will not only feel like you are a part of a team, you will be a valued member of the Cimarron family. Cimarron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.