NDT Inspector - Mag Particle

Johnson Service Group, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

401(k)

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Johnson Service Group (JSG) seeks a Level II NDT Inspector - Mag Particle for an onsite, temp-to-hire role with our aerospace client in the Greater Chatsworth area. The NDT Technician will perform MT inspections and ensure conformance to NAS410/ISO requirements, with Level 2 preferred and Level 1 mandatory.

Responsibilities include MT inspections, equipment setup, interpreting drawings, documenting results, supporting FAI/AS9102, and contributing to root-cause analyses.

Qualifications

• Current Level 1 MT certification NAS410 is required.
• Experience in aerospace/defense/precision manufacturing MT inspections.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 quality systems.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform MT (MPI) inspections on materials and parts per specs.
• Set up, calibrate, and operate MT equipment (benches, yokes, demag).
• Interpret drawings and work instructions to apply correct inspection method.
• Evaluate indications and document results (accept/reject).
• Maintain NAS410/ISO compliance and support QA investigations.
• Support FAI/AS9102 audits and related quality activities.
• Follow safety and housekeeping requirements in NDT area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

MT inspections

Read drawings

AS9100/ISO 9001

Attention to detail

Color vision

Problem solving

Education

NAS410 Level 1 MT certification

NAS410 Level 2 MT certification

Tools

MPI equipment

Job description

JSG is seeking a Level II NDT Inspector - Mag Particle for a temp to hire, onsite position for our established Aerospace client in the Greater Chatsworth area. The Nondestructive Testing Technician performs Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) - also called MPI or Mag Particle inspection - on parts across all company divisions to detect discontinuities and confirm conformance to customer and regulatory specifications. Current Level 1 MT certification (NAS410) is REQUIRED; Level 2 is strongly preferred. This role is key to ensuring part integrity and airworthiness.

Responsibilities

• Perform MT (MPI) inspections on raw materials, in-process, and finished parts per applicable specifications and procedures.
• Level 1 MT certification is required; Level 2 preferred.
• Set up, calibrate, and operate MT equipment, including benches, yokes, and demagnetization equipment.
• Interpret drawings, specifications, and work instructions to apply the correct inspection method and acceptance criteria.
• Evaluate indications, determine accept/reject status, and document results.
• Maintain compliance with NAS410, ASTM, AMS, AS9100, and ISO requirements.
• Document inspection results and nonconformances, and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI/AS9102), audits, and related quality activities as needed.
• Follow safety, environmental, and housekeeping requirements in the NDT area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications (Education, skills and experience)

• Current Level 1 MT (Magnetic Particle) Inspector certification per NAS410 is REQUIRED - a mandatory condition of employment.
• Experience performing MT inspection in an aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to distinguish colors and view fluorescent indications as required for MT inspection.

Preferred Qualifications (Education, skills and experience)

• Current Level 2 Magnetic Particle Inspector certification per NAS410 (or equivalent recognized standard) is strongly preferred.
• Certification or experience in additional NDT methods, such as Penetrant (PT) or Ultrasonic (UT) inspection.
• Experience with First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and AS9102 documentation.
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).

Pay range: $25 - $30/hr.

#D800 JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more.

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.