NDT Inspector Lead

Archer; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship available

Job summary

Archer is seeking an NDT Inspector to join its Aerospace Quality team in California. You will perform ultrasonic, eddy current, and dye penetrant inspections on aircraft components, ensuring airworthiness and safety while complying with regulatory standards.

The role requires NDT Level II certifications, ability to travel up to 20%, and experience writing inspection reports. Visa sponsorship may be available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Candidate will obtain NDT Level II certifications in UT, ET and FPI.
• Experience inspecting composite parts and bonded assemblies.
• Ability to write detailed NDT inspection reports.
• Proficiency with MES/SAP to complete inspection plans electronically.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing or similarly regulated industries.

Responsibilities

• Configure and calibrate nondestructive testing equipment.
• Perform NDT inspections to assess quality and defects.
• Develop testing techniques for inspected objects.
• Apply testing criteria per specifications and evaluate results.
• Compile and distribute detailed test reports.
• Conduct general aircraft inspections including composites ultrasonic testing.

Skills

NDT Level II UT

NDT Level II ET

NDT Level II FPI

Ultrasonic inspection

Report writing

Travel up to 20%

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college coursework preferred

Tools

MES/SAP

Model-Based Definition (MBD)

Teamcenter

Job description

Headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, Archer is a leader in the next-gen aerospace sector building an end-to-end advanced air mobility platform that delivers air taxis, unmanned aircraft systems（“UAS”）， aviation-related physical artificial intelligence（“AI”）solutions， and other technologies to customers worldwide across the commercial aerospace and defense sectors.

Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.

What You’ll Do:

As a member of our Quality Team you will perform various inspections to ensure the
quality of the aircraft. You will help us achieve airline-like levels of safety while offering
urban air transportation at a price accessible to all, setting the bar for the entire advanced
air mobility industry.

Responsibilities

• Configure and calibrate nondestructive testing (NDT) equipment to ensure accurate inspections.
• Perform NDT inspections to assess product quality and detect defects using various methodologies.
• Develop and implement testing techniques tailored to the objects under inspection.
• Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications and evaluate results effectively.
• Compile detailed test reports and distribute findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Conduct general aircraft inspections as well as specialized composite ultrasonic Testing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework preferred.
• Ability to achieve NDT Level II Certification in Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
• Ability to achieve NDT Level II Certification in Eddy Current Testing (ET).
• Ability to achieve NDT Level II Certification in Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI).
• Experience performing ultrasonic inspection of composite parts and adhesive bonded assemblies.
• Demonstrated proficiency in performing NDT tasks and interpreting inspection results.
• Strong ability to write detailed NDT inspection reports.
• Experience using MES/SAP systems to complete inspection plans electronically.
• Work experience in manufacturing environments within aerospace or other highly regulated industries.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% of the time.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience performing First Article Inspections (FAI) and familiarity with relevant tools.
• Proficiency in working with Model-Based Definition (MBD) or fully dimensional models.
• Experience with the utilization of Teamcenter

At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $75,200.00 - $94,000.00. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at [e-mail] . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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Certain positions may be eligible for visa sponsorship.

Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Archer Aviation does not engage with external recruiting agencies/individual recruiters with whom it does not have a prior written agreement. Archer reserves the right to make use of any unsolicited resumes that it receives and bears no responsibility for payment of any fees asserted from the use of unsolicited resumes. If you are a recruiting agency or individual recruiter wishing to do business with Archer, please reach out to [e-mail] . All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.