NDT Technician 3

Accelera; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 92,495,000 - 115,619,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera in Phoenix, AZ, seeks an experienced NDT Technician 3 to verify aircraft sheet metal integrity, perform FPI, radiography and X-ray inspections, and maintain approved documentation. The on-site role runs four 10-hour days, 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Thursday, and collaborates with Design, Manufacturing and Quality Engineering to ensure customer and quality standards are met.

Candidates must have a high school diploma, U.S.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• NDT certification hours in digital X-ray, radiographic and FPI methods.
• Experience applying digital radiography and X-ray inspection techniques.
• Ability to analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, and manufacturing planning documents.
• Basic GD&T understanding.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and performing physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Execute FPI, radiographic, and digital X-ray evaluations on intricate components per standards.
• Develop and maintain NDT technique documentation; review/update workflows.
• Operate and program digital X-ray equipment; document findings.
• Audit NDT workflows and coordinate with clients for approvals.
• Use micrometers and calipers to verify dimensional specs.
• Identify process deficiencies and suggest improvements.
• Audit performance of technicians and provide oversight as needed.
• Maintain records in internal systems.

Skills

NDT inspection

Digital radiography

GD&T understanding

Precision measurement

Blueprint interpretation

Shop math

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

U.S. Citizenship

Tools

Digital X-ray equipment

Job description

As an NDT Technician 3, you will play a vital role in verifying the integrity of aircraft sheet metal components, ensuring every piece meets strict customer and quality standards. By providing precise inspection data and maintaining approved technical documentation, you will serve as a key partner to our Design, Manufacturing, and Quality Engineering departments. This position is based onsite and operates on a first-shift schedule, running four 10-hour days from Monday through Thursday, 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

Your Contributions

• Execute FPI, radiographic, and digital X-ray evaluations on intricate components, ensuring results align with organizational and client-specific standards.
• Develop and maintain NDT technique documentation, while reviewing and authorizing updates to FPI, radiography, and digital X-ray workflows.
• Operate and program digital X-ray equipment to conduct thorough inspections and maintain precise records of all findings.
• Support quality assurance by auditing NDT workflows and collaborating with clients to supply the necessary evidence for process approvals.
• Utilize precision measurement instruments, such as micrometers and calipers, to confirm that all dimensional specifications are met.
• Identify process deficiencies and suggest improvements to ensure all customer requirements are satisfied before production proceeds.
• Help maintain high standards across the department by auditing the performance of other technicians and providing oversight where necessary.
• Maintain accurate records within our internal manufacturing and timekeeping software systems.

Qualifications

• Completion of a high school diploma or an equivalent educational credential.
• Must hold status as a U.S. Citizen.
• Possess verified NDT certification hours, specifically in digital X-ray, radiographic, and FPI inspection methods.
• Demonstrated expertise in applying digital radiography and X-ray inspection techniques.
• Proficiency in analyzing engineering sketches, blueprints, and manufacturing planning documents.
• Foundational understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Competency in shop mathematics and the application of precision measurement tools.
• Ability to perform inspections on custom or complex components across various NDT work centers.
• Physical capability to handle tasks that involve lifting up to 50 pounds, frequent movement, climbing, and balancing.

Additional Assets

• Familiarity with standard forming and welding procedures.

Compensation

The hourly pay rate for this position is between $32.28 and $40.35.