Non Destructive Testing (NDT) Technician

Rocket Lab; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aerospace sector is seeking a Non Destructive Testing (NDT) Technician. This role involves performing NDT inspections and ensuring compliance with quality and safety requirements. The technician will work towards improving processes while maintaining a safe working environment, with ample opportunities for career advancement and specialization in NDT methods.

Qualifications

• Requires ASNT Level II certification in FPI.
• Experience with NDT inspection processes.
• Must be able to work night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform NDT inspections of isolated engine components.
• Document results and maintain compliance with quality standards.
• Strive for efficiency and reduce costs in processes.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Technical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent

ASNT Level II certification in FPI

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Non Destructive Testing (NDT) Technician

Published 06.14.2025

Company : Safran Helicopter Engines Job field : Manufacture / assembly and repair Location : Grand Prairie , Texas , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : High School Diploma/GED Equivalent Required experience : More than 3 years Professional status : Technician Salary range : TBD

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Published 06.14.2025

Job Description

Summary of Job Purpose:

Perform Non Destructive special processes on the Safran Helicopter family of engines.

Job Duties:
Production Means – NDT
• Perform the NDT inspection of isolated engine component parts to identify discontinuities for further evaluation in accordance with the repair and overhaul manual specifications.
• Possess or acquire the skills and knowledge to setup and standardize the equipment, process parts, interpret and evaluate the resulting indications and document results.
• Ensure thorough familiarity with the scope and limitations of the techniques/methods being applied within one's current qualification applicable to one or all of the following NDT disciplines: FPI, MPI, Eddy Current, and/or Ultrasonic.

Cost
• Continuously improve one's ability to perform processes within the established efficiency standards.
• Strive for an individual LUR average greater than 90% all the while meeting the designated time standards set for the processes to be performed.

Quality
• Ensure that work performed complies with the company's quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Inform the area Manager or Master Tech of any deviation that may have occurred during the application of the process.
• All work performed must be documented on the appropriate paperwork, electronic schedules, and within the organization's ERP system.

Safety
• Wear all the identified PPE as required and respect the documented safety procedures.
• Maintain the working area in a clean and organized condition respecting the 5s methodology established.

Innovation:
• Identification of improvement ideas to improve efficiency and reduce cost within current processes
• Active participation in improvements within the area such as 5s and other workshop activities (e.g. cleaning, tool management)

Complementary Description

Scopes and Accountabilities:

• Follows prescribed procedures, making alterations if needed, but must inform supervisor promptly; recommends expenditures. Divulging of confidential and/or sensitive information could lead to damage to reputation and/or competitive posture of the company. Errors may lead to high risk of major damage to the organization resulting in the need to create an entirely new approach.

Job Requirements

Requirements:
• ASNT Level II certification in FPI required. ASNT Level II certification in MPI, Eddy Current and Ultrasonic would be preferred.
• Airframe and Power Plant certificates issued by the FAA is preferred.
• Mechanical/technical/interpersonal skills which are adapted to the unique requirements of the organization
• Basic Level – Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel
• May be required to perform “On Call” duty on rotational basis
• Must be willing to work night shift either on a permanent or rotational basis


Physical Requirements:
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regular required to use hands to finger and frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required sit, stand, and walk.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be working with chemicals that are unique to the processes being performed and will be required to wear the recommended personal protective equipment (PPE) when performing these processes.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Helicopter Engines is the world's leading manufacturer of helicopter engines, with more than 75,000 produced since being founded. It offers the widest range of helicopter turboshafts in the world and has more than 2,500 customers in 155 countries.

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