NDT Engineer (Level III) – Automation-Driven Inspections

Hadrian Automation; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k

Relocation support

Flexible vacation

Equity

Job summary

Hadrian in Torrance, CA, is seeking an NDT Engineer to serve as the technical authority for nondestructive testing in aerospace and defense programs. You will own procedures, qualification, and audit readiness while collaborating with automation and software teams to create data-driven inspection systems.

You’ll lead Level III activities, drive program governance, and mentor Level I/II staff, with a focus on high‑consequence, high‑throughput manufacturing environments and ITAR compliance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive NDT experience including procedure development.
• Current Level III certification in at least four methods (MT, PT, RT, UT, VT).
• Experience in regulated quality environments with documentation control, traceability, and audit support.
• Ability to interpret technical codes, standards, and contractual requirements.
• Experience leading or supporting external audits within a structured quality management system.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Level III technical authority for NDT, owning the development, review, approval, and control of procedures, technique sheets, and the written practice.

Skills

NDT experience

Level III certification

Audits & documentation

Program governance

Automation collaboration

Tools

PAUT

FMC/TFM

CT

Job description

Hadrian in Torrance, CA, is seeking an NDT Engineer to serve as the technical authority for nondestructive testing in aerospace and defense programs. You will own procedures, qualification, and audit readiness while collaborating with automation and software teams to create data-driven inspection systems.

You’ll lead Level III activities, drive program governance, and mentor Level I/II staff, with a focus on high‑consequence, high‑throughput manufacturing environments and ITAR compliance.