NDT Technician Level 2

Precision Castparts; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking an NDT Technician (1st or 2nd shift) to inspect machine parts, assemblies, and coated parts using nondestructive testing methods under supervision.

The role requires reading blueprints, operating gauges and CMMs, recording results, and ensuring safety and quality standards. A High School diploma and 1–2 years in aircraft machining are typical; ASNT Level 2 NDT preferred.

Qualifications

• ASNT Level 2 NDT certification and penetrant testing knowledge.
• Strong GD&T knowledge per ASME 14.5.
• Experience using inspection equipment (micrometers, height gauges, CMM).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; ERP systems experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and planning documents.

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate nondestructive testing equipment.
• Conduct tests to detect discontinuities using NDT methods.
• Apply testing criteria per specifications and evaluate results.
• Interpret radiographs, CRTs or digital readouts and other indicators.
• Organize and report test results; perform specialized inspections.

Skills

ASNT Level 2 NDT

GD&T (ASME 14.5)

Blueprint reading

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Basic English

Teamwork/communication

Learnability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Syteline ERP

Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)

MS Office

Job description

This role will be either 1st or 2nd shift depending on availability.

The NDT Technician works with assistance and direction to use predetermined methods, operations, setups and prescribed specifications to perform in-process and completed inspections of products such as machine parts, mechanical assemblies, purchased standard hardware, and the inspections of applied protective coatings including verification of thermal process (heat treat and eddy current inspections). Uses various measuring devices to perform required inspections and accepts or rejects malfunctioning or non-conforming units or systems. Works from blueprints, digital models, diagrams or other customer specifications, and uses inspection instructions and checklists. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate nondestructive testing equipment
• Conduct tests to ensure quality or detect discontinuities (defects) using NDT methods of inspection
• Establish techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations
• Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications or standards and evaluate results
• Interpret radiographs, cathode ray tube (CRT) or digital readouts, conductivity meters and visual indicators
• Organize and report test resultsPerform specialized inspections
• May instruct and supervise other
• Perform other job-related tasks as assigned by management

Knowledge & Skills

• ASNT Certified Level 2 NDT Penetrant Technician
• Good knowledge and understanding of Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing (GD&T) methods per ASME 14.5
• Good knowledge of common inspection measuring equipment including, but not limited to, surface plates, micrometers, height gauges, radius gauges, protractors, profilometers, bore gauges, dial indicators, and Coordinate Measuring Machines/Scanners
• Basic PC skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Ability to use Syteline or other ERP systems
• Blueprint reading and basic math skills
• Good manual dexterity
• Ability to professionally communicate and work cooperatively with others
• Attention to detail
• Basic English language skills and the ability to read, follow, and interpret planning and work order instructions
• Willingness to learn

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years with recent aircraft machine shop experience