Non-Destructive Testing Tool Inspector, Level 1

Beehive Industries; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Equity in company

Job summary

Beehive Industries in Cincinnati, OH, is seeking an NDI Technician - FPI Level I to perform fluorescent penetrant inspections on aerospace hardware in accordance with NAS 410 and Beehive's NDT practices. The role supports parts preparation, process checks, documentation, and compliance under Level II/III guidance.

The candidate will maintain inspection traceability, operate within safety and environmental controls, and contribute to internal and customer audits while supporting manufacturing

Qualifications

• Must meet NAS 410 Level I training and Beehive's written NDT practice.
• 16 hours of formal PT training and 130 hours of applicable PT experience as per NAS 410.
• Hands-on aerospace/precision manufacturing inspection experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI/PT) processing per approved instructions and customer requirements.
• Prepare parts, apply penetrant, dwell, developer, inspect, and post-clean per parameters.
• Perform equipment checks and identify upscale out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Document inspection results and maintain traceability in quality systems.
• Interpret and evaluate products for acceptance under supervision when required.
• Maintain FPI materials, equipment, and work areas for safe, compliant inspections.
• Follow PPE, chemical handling, UV-A exposure, and EHS controls.
• Support audits with accurate records and adherence to processes.

Skills

FPI/PT knowledge

Documentation

Quality systems

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Security clearance eligibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

NAS 410 Level I training

Tools

NDT equipment handling

Job description

Beehive Industries is dedicated to Powering American Defense by revolutionizing the design, development, and delivery of jet propulsion systems to support the warfighter. Through the integration of additive manufacturing, the company aims to meet the growing and urgent needs for unmanned aerial defense by dramatically improving a jet engine’s speed to market, fuel efficiency, and cost.

Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, with additional facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, Loveland Ohio, and Mount Vernon, Ohio. Beehive is committed to grow and advance the defense industrial base while manufacturing exclusively in the USA. This role will be located at our Cincinnati, Ohio facility.

Role Overview

The NDI Technician - FPI Level I performs fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI/PT) activities on aerospace hardware in accordance with approved work instructions, applicable specifications, and Beehive Industries' NDT written practice. This role processes and prepares parts, performs required equipment and system checks, documents inspection results, and works under the guidance or supervision of qualified Level II or Level III personnel as required by NAS 410.

What You’ll Do...

• Perform fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI/PT) processing in accordance with approved work instructions, procedures, drawings, and applicable customer or industry requirements.
• Prepare parts for inspection and complete required pre-cleaning, penetrant application, dwell, removal, developer application, inspection, and post-cleaning steps within approved process parameters.
• Perform equipment standardization and required system performance checks using approved instructions; identify and upscale out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Examine components under the required inspection conditions and accurately identify and document relevant, nonrelevant, and false indications.
• Document inspection results, process records, traceability information, and required quality records accurately and completely.
• When specifically authorized by Beehive's Responsible Level III and written practice, interpret and evaluate designated products or product forms for acceptance or rejection in accordance with approved work instructions; otherwise, refer evaluation decisions to Level II or Level III personnel.
• Maintain FPI materials, equipment, work areas, and consumables in a condition that supports safe, compliant, and repeatable inspection results.
• Follow chemical handling, PPE, UV-A exposure, environmental, EHS, quality, and foreign object debris (FOD) controls applicable to the inspection area.
• Support internal, customer, regulatory, and special-process audits by maintaining accurate records and demonstrating adherence to approved processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of Quality and manufacturing operations.

You have...

Education

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade-school coursework in nondestructive testing, inspection, manufacturing, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Must meet, or be capable of meeting, the formal training, examination, and vision requirements for Penetrant Testing Level I under NAS 410 Revision 6 and Beehive Industries' approved NDT written practice.

Experience

• For PT/FPI Level I qualification, NAS 410 Revision 6 specifies a minimum of 16 hours of formal PT training and 130 hours of applicable experience; documented prior training and experience may be accepted only as permitted by Beehive's written practice and approved by the Responsible Level III or Examiner.
• Hands‑on experience in aerospace, precision manufacturing, inspection, or special processes is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to follow detailed written work instructions, process specifications, inspection plans, and acceptance criteria.
• Working knowledge of fluorescent penetrant inspection principles, process controls, equipment, materials, and common discontinuity types.
• Ability to perform accurate documentation and maintain inspection traceability in paper and electronic quality systems.
• Strong attention to detail, disciplined process execution, and willingness to escape abnormal conditions or unclear requirements.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Level II/III NDI personnel.
• Ability to meet applicable near‑vision and color‑perception requirements and maintain qualification status in accordance with Beehive's written practice.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice to have...

• Current or previous employer certification to NAS 410 or EN 4179 as PT/FPI Level I.
• Experience inspecting aerospace castings, forgings, weldments, machined components, or additively manufactured hardware.
• Experience working in an AS9100 and/or Nadcap‑controlled special‑process environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work for extended periods in a manufacturing and inspection environment, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and using inspection equipment and hand tools.
• Ability to safely handle parts and materials consistent with site lifting requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Regular use of required PPE and work around approved penetrant‑process chemicals and UV‑A inspection equipment; must follow applicable EHS controls and safety procedures.
• Ability to work assigned shifts and overtime as business needs require; limited travel may be required for training or support at other Beehive locations.

Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life, and Short and Long‑Term disability coverage from day one. We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match. Every role at Beehive Industries is bonus eligible and will also receive equity in the company.

Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti‑discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.