NDT Technician - 2nd Shift - Aerospace Manufacturing

TekPro Engineering; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TekPro Engineering in Downers Grove, IL is seeking an experienced NDT Technician to join the 2nd shift quality team. The role focuses on non-destructive testing of precision-machined components with MPI/MT skills to ensure conformance to engineering specs.

You will inspect gears, shafts, and metal parts, interpret blueprints, document results, and help maintain calibration and safety standards within a quality-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in non-destructive testing (NDT), preferably in precision machining or metal manufacturing.
• Strong MPI/MT knowledge for crack and discontinuity detection.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and inspection procedures.
• Familiarity with quality standards, records, and nonconforming material reporting.
• Attention to detail and capable of working independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform NDT on precision-machined components to identify surface and subsurface defects.
• Conduct MPI/MT to detect cracks and material discontinuities.
• Interpret drawings and procedures and document inspection results.
• Maintain and calibrate NDT equipment per procedures.
• Report nonconforming parts to quality and collaborate with teams.

Skills

NDT Inspection

MPI/MT Testing

Blueprint Reading

Quality Control

Detail Orientation

Education

Level II NDT Certification

Job description

TekPro is partnered with an established precision manufacturing company in Downers Grove, IL, seeking an experienced Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Technician to join its 2nd shift quality team.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in NDT inspection, particularly Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI/MT), who enjoys working with high-precision machined components in a quality-driven manufacturing environment.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform non-destructive testing (NDT) on precision-machined components to identify surface and subsurface defects.Conduct Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI/MT) to detect cracks, discontinuities, and other material imperfections.Inspect gears, shafts, and other precision-machined metal components to ensure compliance with engineering and customer specifications.Interpret engineering drawings, inspection procedures, and applicable quality standards.Document inspection results and maintain accurate testing and quality records.Identify and report nonconforming materials or components to the quality department.Maintain and calibrate NDT equipment according to established procedures.Work closely with manufacturing, engineering, and quality personnel to resolve inspection concerns.Follow established safety procedures and quality management requirements.QualificationsPrevious experience in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), preferably within precision machining, aerospace, or metal manufacturing.Experience with Magnetic Particle Testing (MT/MPI) strongly preferred.Level II NDT certification in Magnetic Particle Testing preferred.Familiarity with NDT inspection procedures, documentation, and applicable industry standards.Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.Strong understanding of quality control and inspection practices.Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.