NDT Inspector

StandardAero; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Healthcare

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Bonuses

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Training opportunities

4‑day workweek

Job summary

StandardAero is seeking an NDT Inspector to perform comprehensive non‑destructive testing on gas turbine engines and aircraft components. The role covers MPI, FPI, X‑ray, eddy current, and visual inspections per required specifications and regulations.

You will calibrate equipment, document test results, and ensure compliance with FARs and OEM data. The position may involve training teammates and contributing to process improvements.

Qualifications

• Must have on‑the‑job training in MPI and FPI.
• Must be Level II certified.
• Must be able to pass NDT eye exams and have NDT experience in applicable methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform approved NDT inspections (fluorescent penetrant, magnetic particle, eddy current, X‑ray, visual).
• Set up and calibrate equipment; perform daily checks.
• Ensure proper inspection records and reports are completed before release.
• Inspect overhauled/repaired engines and components; prepare for shipment.
• Plan workload with Production/Engineering to meet schedules.
• May train other NDT staff and guide junior personnel.
• Evaluate technical data and revise procedures as needed.
• Support salvage schemes and prevent release of unserviceable parts.
• Compile inspection data for statistics.

Skills

NDT inspection

MPI (magnetic particle)

FPI (fluorescent penetrant)

FAA Part 145 knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AS/BS in Quality Assurance or Aerospace

Tools

NDT equipment

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

NDT Inspector

As an NDT Inspector, you will perform approved NDT (non‑destructive testing) inspection including fluorescent penetrant, magnetic particle, eddy current, X‑ray, and visual to document the servicing and repair of gas turbine engines, aircraft components, parts or accessories in accordance with the Repair Station Manual, Federal Aviation Regulations, manufacturers’ specifications, approved technical data, and policies/procedures.

What you’ll do:

• Performs all designated non‑destructive testing inspection duties in accordance with StandardAero policies and procedures and provide reports/records, such as FRA 337’s, that comply with all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, IPMs, manufacturers’ specifications and the policies of StandardAero.
• Sets up and calibrates equipment, prepares components for NDT inspection fully utilizing available equipment and processes, including ensuring all equipment is in full working order by carrying out daily checks.
• Assures that required preliminary, hidden, damage, progressive and final inspections are properly performed, and that proper inspection records, reports and forms are properly executed prior to releasing the product.
• Completes NDT and appropriate (in‑process) inspection of each overhauled or repaired engine, accessory, appliance and component at time of completion and prior to preparation for shipment.
• Plans workload ensuring schedule times are achieved, in liaison with Production/Engineering teams.
• May train and guide other NDT employees either as co‑worker mentoring or instructing lower classifications.
• May evaluate published technical data for timely and accurate applicability to NDT inspection procedures and develops/revises procedures as necessary to ensure reliable, quality products.
• Provides technical support for development of salvage schemes for specific engines/components and takes appropriate actions in preventing release of defective, unserviceable, or un‑airworthy parts.
• Completes required inspection documents for compilation of statistical data as required.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement processes, in working practices and team efficiency.
• May perform warranty reviews and provide technical knowledge to warranty decision‑making activities.
• Creates investigation/production reports.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Quality assurance, Aerospace, Quality Control/inspection, similar discipline, or equivalent work experience and training obtained from governmental or vocational training school programs.
• Required on‑the‑job training program in magnetic particle inspection (MPI) and florescent penetrant inspection (FPI).
• Previous Level II Certifications a must
• May be required to pass NDT and Inspection eye examinations and have NDT experience with applicable methods.
• Knowledge of ISO 9000 or other regulatory specifications.
• Must be able to read, interpret and understand technical manuals, work specifications, service bulletins and written work instructions, set up and calibrate equipment, prepare components for NDT inspection fully utilizing available equipment and processes.
• Must pass general, specific and practical examinations in each magnetic particle or penetrant. (Must obtain an average grade of at least 80 percent with a minimum score of 70 percent on each examination).
• Must be certifiable to NAS 410.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Characteristics:

• Prefer a minimum twelve to eighteen (12–18) months NDT inspection and evaluation experience with aircraft powerplants for FAA certification or be powerplant certified.
• Thorough working knowledge of FAA Part 145 regulations pertaining to inspection practices and familiarity with turbine engine principles including test cell performance, assembly practices, vibration and failure analysis, and general engine overhaul and repair procedures.

Benefits that make life better:

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health‑ & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short‑ & Long‑Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities
• Enjoy a better work‑life balance with many shop positions offering a 4‑day workweek ‑ 10‑hour shifts, typically Monday through Thursday.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.