NDI - Engineering Technician (Radiography)

Bell Flight

Fort Worth (TX)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Off every other Friday with 9/80 work

Paid holidays and PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive health insurance

On-site clinic, pharmacy, PT, andCouns

Job summary

Bell Textron Inc. in Grand Prairie, TX, is seeking a Non-Destructive Evaluation Technician (across multiple levels) to support rotorcraft design, development, test, and sustainment.

You will develop and implement NDE inspection methods, collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing, and contribute to production quality. Ideal candidates have NAS 410 RT certification, 2+ years radiology experience, and experience with film, digital, and CT methods.

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years radiology experience.
Strong ability to communicate and collaborate with internal customers and suppliers.
Knowledge of foundry practices for sand and investment castings preferred.
Experience with multiple radiographic methods (film, digital, CT) is required or beneficial.

Responsibilities

Coordinate, develop, and approve casting radiography techniques.
Review supplier FAI radiography submissions.
Perform radiography process and personnel evaluations for film and digital methods.
Develop, execute, and analyze CT inspections for rotorcraft components.
Represent Bell at industry committee meetings and conferences.
Develop procedures and perform inspections for structural test components and flight test programs.

Skills

Radiology experience

Communication

Foundry knowledge

PI/UT/ET techniques

Education

NAS 410 Level II or III certification in Radiographic Testing (RT)

Job description

We're more than aviation experts, we're pioneers. We challenge what's possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. And we want you

This position is onsite at our Drive Systems Center in Grand Prairie, TX.

Non-Destructive Evaluation Technician (across multiple levels)

Bring your experience and ideas to provide specialized support through all phases of rotorcraft design, development, test, and sustainment activities for Commercial and Military programs. You will be responsible for NDE related process specifications, development, fabrication and implementation of inspection procedures, and development of new and/or unique inspection methods. You'll collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing, engineering to support production.

What you'll be doing as a Non-Destructive Evaluation Technician

Coordinating, developing, and approving casting radiography techniques.
Reviewing supplier First Article Inspection (FAI) radiography submissions.
Performing supplier radiography process and personnel evaluations for both film and digital methods.
Developing, executing, and analyzing computer-aided tomography (CT) inspections for various rotorcraft components.
Representing Bell at industry committee meetings and conferences.
Developing procedures and performing inspections for structural test components, flight test programs, NDE troubleshooting for fielded fleet issues, and on-site supplier NDE assessments.
Supporting manufacturing inspection activities.
Assisting manufacturing with radiography of production parts for FOD detection and program-specific requirements.

What You Need To Be Successful

High School diploma or equivalent. Associates Degree, preferred.
Minimum of 2 years radiology experience
NAS 410 Level II or III certification in Radiographic Testing (RT).
Experience with multiple radiographic methods, including film, digital, and/or computer aided tomography
Knowledge regarding aerospace specifications and quality requirements
Knowledge related to the inspection of castings.
Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with internal customers and outside suppliers.
Foundry experience and knowledge of foundry practices and inspection requirements for sand and investment castings, preferred
Additional methods such as Penetrant Inspection (PI), Ultrasonic Inspection (UT) and Eddy-current Testing (ET) are beneficial.

What We Offer You In Return

You'll be off every other Friday with out 9/80 work schedule
80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
120 hours Vacation time
12-13 paid holidays per year
6 weeks parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive salary
Comprehensive health insurance
On-site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and licensed counselor
Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups
And so much more

It's time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission, and let's make history together.

We are on a journey to amplify innovation, cultivate purpose and bridge experiences by fostering a culture that is driven by unique perspectives, voices, and values.

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

ITAR and / or EAR Statement

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information.

Recruiting Company

Bell Textron Inc.

Primary Location

US-Texas-Fort Worth

Job Field

Engineering

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Standard