NDT Level II RT/DR/UT/PT, Quality Engineering

L3Harris Technologies; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris is seeking a NDT Level II professional in RT/DR/UT/PT at the Canoga Park, CA facility. The role focuses on advancing to Level III certifications and supporting daily NDT operations at the site.

Ideal candidate holds a Level II certificate with NAS410 experience hours and can provide evidence of meeting certification requirements. Onsite work and a strong adherence to AR-Los Angeles specifications are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 6 years of prior related quality experience; graduate degree with 4 years; or 10 years in lieu of degree.
• Must meet NAS-410 Level III requirements per table 5.
• Experience with aerospace NDT practices and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Review supplier NDT technique sheets for AR-Los Angeles spec conformance and generate reports.
• Manage site NDT supplier base and audit sub-tiers for compliance.
• Provide training and testing to Level I and II personnel.
• Develop and approve NDT techniques and related specifications.
• Support customer and internal audits and corrective action reviews.

Skills

NDT Level II RT/DR/UT/PT

NAS410 knowledge

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Teamwork

Security clearance eligible

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Graduate degree

10 years related quality experience (no degree)

Tools

NDT equipment

NAS410 standards

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: NDT Level II RT/DR/UT/PT, Quality Engineering

Job Code: 43892

Job Location: Onsite at our Canoga Park, CA facility

Job Schedule

9/80 Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description

L3Harris is seeking a NDT Level II in RT/DR/UT/PT looking to advance into a Level III position, to join our team in Canoga Park, California. This role will be focused on quickly attaining Level III certifications and then utilizing that certification to support daily NDT operations at the site. This can include, review of supplier NDT techniques, revisions of internal processes, procedures and specifications and other tasks as assigned by management.

the ideal candidate will hold a Level II certificate and meet the minimum experience hours requirements as defined in section 6 of NAS410 for a Level III. Applicants who have the minimum experience hours are encouraged to apply. Applicants will be asked to provide objective evidence of meeting certification hour requirements.

Essential Functions

• Review supplier-submitted NDT technique sheets for compliance to AR-Los Angeles specifications and drawing requirements. Coordinate with suppliers on the development and approval of these technique sheets. Prepare necessary reports.
• Manage site NDT supply base by monitoring suppliers to ensure flow down of AR requirements to sub-tier suppliers, audit existing NDT suppliers and assess potential new NDT suppliers for their ability to meet site requirements.
• Review process specifications, in-house technique sheets, etc. as noted above under job responsibilities.
• Provide training and testing to L I and L II.
• Develop, review and approve NDT techniques with L II personnel.
• Write, review and approve specifications pertinent to NDT.
• Support review boards for inspectability of product.
• Prepare NDT for customer and internal audits.
• Develop and Lead Corrective action reviews on audit/NCR findings.
• Maintain own L III certifications.
• Participate in the direction of the NDT department.
• Audit and surveillance of quality systems and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 6 years of prior related quality experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior related quality experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related quality experience.
• Must meet minimum requirements to qualify for a Level III per NAS-410 Table 5.
  • 4 years as a Level II with no degree
  • 2 years as a Level II with a 2 year technical degree
  • 1 year as a Level II with a 4 year degree

Preferred Additional Skills

• ASNT Certification and/ or currently active NAS410 Level III certifications in RT (Radiography), DR (Digital Radiography), UT (Ultrasonic), or PT (Penetrant) methods.
• Direct experience with the testing of Aerospace Metallic products.
• Hands-on working experience in a manufacturing environment and a corresponding understanding of manufacturing processes is essential.
• A demonstrated proficiency with a variety of NDT inspection techniques and equipment along with a working knowledge of blueprint reading and interpretation is required.
• Knowledge of industry NDT standards (ex. NAS410, ASTM 1742, ASTM 1417, ASTM 1444, AMS-STD-2154, etc...) is required.
• Must have demonstrated excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Must possess strong computer skills and be well-organized.
• Position requires responding to customer needs and may include weekend work.
• Experience with auditing practices and Process Certification is desired.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California is $96,000 - $178.000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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