NDI Specialist III

Boeing; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 87,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance programs

Paid and unpaid time away from work

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. in Wichita, Kansas seeks an experienced NDI Level III specialist to oversee Eddy Current and other NDT methods, ensuring compliance with NAS 410 and customer requirements in support of Spirit Commercial.

This union-represented role requires 3+ years Eddy Current NDI Level III and 10+ years NDI Level II, with NAS 410 training hours and a valid certification. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an Eddy Current NDI Level III role.
• 10+ years of experience in an NDI Level II role.
• NAS 410 formal classroom training hours in each method certified (proof required).
• Valid NAS 410 NDI Level II or Level III certification (proof required).
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Ability to work any shift as business needs dictate.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Eddy Current and other nondestructive testing techniques for compliance to customer requirements and standards.
• Set-up, calibrate, operate, process, inspect, interpret results, and document findings.
• Develop, review, and approve procedures and work instructions for technical accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct system performance checks aligned with process standards and specifications.
• Provide guidance, supervision, and training to trainees and NDI Level II personnel.
• Perform audit surveillance, document non-conformances, and support continuous process improvement.
• Interpret codes, standards, and contractual documents governing NDT to ensure compliance and technical integrity.
• Assume technical responsibility for the NDT facility, equipment, staff, and accreditation standards such as Nadcap.
• Support quality assurance and accreditation efforts, maintaining documentation and ensuring operational readiness through equipment maintenance and calibration.

Skills

Eddy Current NDI expertise

MS Office Suite

Shift flexibility

Education

NAS 410 certification

NDI Level II or III certification

Associate’s degree in NDT/NDI

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit’s Commercial Business Units(“Spirit Commercial”). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing’s three business units and the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for decades. Spirit Commercial’s core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.

Position Responsibilities

• Oversee Eddy Current (high frequency crack detection) and other nondestructive testing (NDT) techniques including Magnetic Particle (multi mag bench and yoke), Penetrant (Type 1, method A and C), Ultrasonic(conventional and phased array), and Radiography (Film and digital) for compliance to customer requirements and applicable standards
• Preferred multi-method experience; focus primarily on Eddy Current
• Have the experience to set-up, calibrate, operate, process, inspect, interpret results, and document findings in all methods responsible for
• Develop, review, and approve procedures and work instructions for technical accuracy and compliance
• Conduct system performance checks aligned with process standards and specifications
• Provide guidance, supervision, and training to trainees and NDI Level II personnel: support certification and examinations
• Perform audit surveillance, document non-conformances, and support continuos process improvement
• Interpret codes, standards, and contractual documents governing NDT to ensure compliance and technical integrity
• Assume technical responsibility for the NDT facility, equipment, staff, and accreditation standards such as Nadcap
• Support quality assurance and accreditation efforts, maintaining documentation and ensuring operational readiness through equipment maintenance and calibration

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 3+ years of experience in an Eddy Current NDI Level III role
• 10+ years of experience in an NDI level II role
• NAS 410 required formal classroom training hours in each method certified in (proof required)
• Valid NAS 410 NDI Level II or Level III certification (proof required)
• Proficiency with MS office Suite
• Ability to work any shift, including alternate work weeks as business needs dictate to the retesting and recertification process

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Associate’s degree in NDT/NDI
• Directly related experience to the work performed
• Previous experience writing/performing in-service inspections
• Familiarity with Nadcap accreditation standards
• Familiarity with audit prep (AS9100, FAA, Customer)
• Experience with Ultrasonic methods, Magnetic Particle, Penetrant methods, and Radiography

Union

This is a union-represented position.

Drug Free Workplace

We are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

We strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

• health insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• health savings accounts
• retirement savings plans
• life and disability insurance programs
• paid and unpaid time away from work programs

We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

Summary Pay Range: $87,200 - $133,700

Kansas Tax Credit

Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.

Export Control Requirements

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

• 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.