Non Destructive Test Technician - Travel Team

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Non Destructive Test Technician for the Palmdale, CA facility within the Quality department. The role can be filled at Level 3 or Level 4 based on experience and requires travel up to 90% both domestic and international.

The NDT team supports advanced aircraft programs, with a focus on ensuring quality through UT inspection and data documentation. The position is based in Palmdale where the team works on state-of-the-art aircraft systems and collaborates across

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of NDT experience specifically in ultrasonic methodology.
• Level II Certification in UT method in accordance with NAS-410.
• Able to read and interpret blueprint and engineering drawings and document non-conformances as required.
• Ability to pass vision screen and color blindness tests and exams.

Responsibilities

• Review routers, procedures, specifications, and other instructions for completeness and instructions to perform operation.
• Process parts in accordance with procedures and technical instructions to evaluate for processing discontinuities exceeding specified requirements.
• Operate UT inspection equipment/automated systems.
• Set up, operate, calibrate, and perform Process Control Checks on UT equipment by following established instructions and record results.
• Interpret, evaluate, and report evaluation results, as required and outlined.
• Fill out required logs and statistical data sheets, as required.
• Maintain required job skills and knowledge of requirements (including procedures, specifications, etc.).
• Maintain work area, equipment, and all documents/records to be audit ready at all times.

Skills

Ultrasonic testing

Blueprint reading

NDT experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

NAS-410 Level II

Tools

AUSS Mobile

OMNISCAN

BondMaster

Epoch 650

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 75% of the Time Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking for a Non Destructive Test Technician for programs located in the Palmdale, CA facility within the Quality department. This position can be filled either as a Level 3 or Level 4 Technician based on experience. This role requires both domestic and international travel up to 90% of the time and must be based in Palmdale, CA.

Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Our NDT team works daily on some of Northrop Grumman's most technologically advanced aircraft. Our Palmdale, CA site is uniquely suited for the development, prototyping, production and testing of military aircraft systems, both manned and unmanned. The highly specialized manufacturing and engineering facility in Palmdale employs over people and every day employees can see their hard work take off and land on the flight test runway. Bring your experience and take advantage of this opportunity to discover how you can start to push past possible and achieve your goals today. With Northrop Grumman, our NDT team enjoys a diverse, collaborative environment that is supportive to launch your career.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review routers, procedures, specifications, and other instructions for completeness and instructions to perform operation
• Process parts in accordance with procedures and technical instructions to evaluate for processing discontinuities exceeding specified requirements
• Operate UT inspection equipment/automated systems
• Set-up, operate, calibrate, and perform Process Control Checks on UT equipment by following established instructions and record results
• Interpret, evaluate, and report evaluation results, as required and outlined
• Fill out required logs and statistical data sheets, as required
• Maintain required job skills and knowledge of requirements (including procedures, specifications, etc.)
• Maintain work area, equipment, and all documents/records to be audit ready at all times
• Completes these and other job duties as instructed

Basic Qualifications Level 3:

• High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of Non Destructive Test experience specifically in ultrasonic methodology
• Level II Certification in UT method in accordance with NAS-410
• Able to be subject to areas which could cause various phobias due to height or close spaces
• Must be willing to work any shift, overtime or non-standard work schedule
• Experience with AUSS Mobile, OMNISCAN, BondMaster, and Epoch 650
• Able to read and interpret blueprint and engineering drawings and be able to document non-conformances as required
• Ability to successfully pass vision screen and color blindness tests
• Ability to pass General, Specific, and Practical exams within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company
• Able to lift up to approximately 25 pounds. May occasionally lift 50 pounds (with assistance)
• Ability to obtain/maintain US Govt clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• Active US Passport
• Must pass medical evaluation including eye exam

Basic Qualifications Level 4:

• High School Diploma/GED and 6 years of Non Destructive Test experience specifically in ultrasonic methodology
• Level II Certification in UT method in accordance with NAS-410
• Able to read and interpret blueprint and engineering drawings and be able to document non-conformances as required
• Ability to successfully pass vision screen and color blindness tests
• Experience with AUSS Mobile, OMNISCAN, BondMaster, and Epoch 650
• Ability to pass General, Specific, and Practical exams within a reasonable time as determined by the company
• Able to be subject to a variety of physical conditions and areas which could cause various phobias due to height or closed spaces
• Able to lift up to approximately 25 pounds. May occasionally lift 50 pounds (with assistance)
• Must be willing to work any shift, overtime or non-standard work schedule
• Ability to obtain/maintain US Govt clearance and