NDT Level III Inspector

Triumph Group; Forest (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Triumph Group in the United States is seeking an NDT Level III Inspector to lead and maintain the company's nondestructive testing programs. You will supervise qualification of NDT personnel, ensure compliance with standards, and guide inspection processes across multiple methods.

The role requires current Level III certification, extensive NDT experience, and strong mentoring and communication skills to support engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.

Qualifications

• Current and valid NDT Level III certification in at least one method per ASNT SNT-TC-1A/NAS410.
• Minimum 5 years of NDT experience, including Level II/III responsibilities.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills for training and certifying personnel.

Responsibilities

• Establish, approve, and maintain NDT procedures for all applicable methods (e.g., PT, MT, UT, RT, VT, ET).
• Provide technical guidance and interpretation of codes, specifications, and standards.
• Qualify, certify, and evaluate NDT Level I and II personnel, including training and examinations.
• Audit NDT operations, ensure compliance with internal procedures, industry standards, and customer requirements.
• Review and approve NDT techniques, equipment, materials, and process changes.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to inspection methods and equipment.
• Oversee calibration and maintenance of NDT equipment.
• Support Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams by providing expert oversight of inspection needs.
• Participate in root-cause investigations and corrective action development for quality-related issues.
• Maintain current knowledge of NDT technologies, standards, and best practices.
• Support external audits and customer reviews related to special processes.

Skills

Mentoring

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

NDT Level III certification (ASNT SNT-TC-1A, NAS410)

Tools

PT

MT

UT

RT

VT

ET

Job description

Triumph Group

NDT Level III Inspector

Position Summary

The NDT Level III is responsible for developing, directing, and maintaining the companys Nondestructive Testing programs in accordance with applicable standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements. This role provides technical leadership, oversees qualification of NDT personnel, and ensures compliance and effectiveness of all inspection processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Level III certification in multiple NDT methods.
• Experience within aerospace, defense, or similar industries.
• Familiarity with digital inspection technologies and automated NDT systems.

Responsibilities

• Establish, approve, and maintain NDT procedures for all applicable methods (e.g., PT, MT, UT, RT, VT, ET).
• Provide technical guidance and interpretation of codes, specifications, and standards.
• Qualify, certify, and evaluate NDT Level I and Level II personnel, including training and examinations.
• Audit NDT operations, ensure compliance with internal procedures, industry standards, and customer requirements.
• Review and approve NDT techniques, equipment, materials, and process changes.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to inspection methods and equipment.
• Oversee calibration and maintenance of NDT equipment.
• Support Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams by providing expert oversight of inspection needs.
• Participate in root-cause investigations and corrective action development for quality-related issues.
• Maintain current knowledge of NDT technologies, standards, and best practices.
• Support external audits and customer reviews related to special processes.

Qualifications

• Current and valid NDT Level III certification in at least one method, per ASNT SNTTC1A, NAS410, or equivalent.
• Minimum [5] years of experience in NDT, including substantial experience in Level II and Level III responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and defect mechanisms.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills for training and certifying personnel.
• Strong problemsolving and analytical abilities.
• High attention to detail and adherence to quality and safety requirements.

Triumph Group and all its divisions and subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. Triumph Group provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

An Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pursuant to International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"), applicants for SELECT positions will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residence, or U.S. Immigration Status in order to meet the minimum qualifications for those select positions. All inquiries related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).