Nondestructive Examination Technician (NDE) Level I (1st shift)

R.E. Darling Co., Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

R.E. Darling Co., Inc. in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Quality Assurance, Level I NDE Technician to join our aerospace manufacturing team.

You will perform RT and UT inspections, monitor equipment and materials, and support development of inspection techniques to ensure compliance with NAS 410 standards. Requirements include a high school diploma, 3+ years of NDE experience in aerospace hardware (composites, rubber, bonded structures) or Level I NDE certification, strong math skills, and the ability

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Visual acuity Jaeger 1 or equivalent; 20/40 vision.
• 3+ years NDE experience in aerospace hardware (composites, rubber, bonded structures) preferred.
• Level I NDE certification including 40-hour training.
• Successful completion of Level I RT/UT NAS410 exams.
• Strong mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform RT and/or UT NDE inspections.
• Monitor material and supplies.
• Maintain equipment calibration and maintenance cycles.
• Support development of inspection techniques.
• Support production operations.

Skills

Strong mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NDE Level I certification (RT/UT NAS 410)

Job description

Job Category: Manufacturing

Requisition Number: NDELE001500

• Posted : August 3, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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This position will require access to ITAR and/or EAR controlled technical data, technology or source code, and requires that all individuals in this role be authorized to access such information

General Description:

The Quality Assurance, Level I NDE Technician reports to the Quality Assurance Supervisor. This position shall perform the functions and methods for which certifications are required.

Shift:

• Monday-Thursday 7:00am-4:30pm
• Working Fridays 7:00am-3:30pm
• Off every other Friday and Weekends
• Overtime opportunities based upon Company needs

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform RT and/or UT NDE inspections
• Monitor material and supplies
• Maintain equipment calibrations and maintenance cycles
• Support development of inspection techniques
• Support production operations

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Visual acuity Jaeger 1 or equivalent and 20/40 minimum vision required, corrected or uncorrected
• Minimum of three (3) years, experience in NDE of aerospace hardware, specifically with composites, rubber, and bonded structures, preferred, OR
• Prior certification or qualification to Level I in an NDE method, including objective evidence of 40 hour classroom training.
• Successful completion of the Level I examination for RT and/or Level I examination for UT in accordance with RQC 0526 (NAS 410) – administered by REDAR Principal Level 3.
• Strong mathematical skills.

Special Tasks and Focus Areas:

• Perform RT and/or UT NDE inspections
  • Perform RT and/or UT examinations on REDAR manufactured and procured product
  • Perform NDE system self-audits
  • Monitor flow and traceability of product submitted to the department
  • Other duties as required
• Monitor material and supplies
  • Monitor inspection consumables (film, chemicals, etc.) inventories
  • Order materials and supplies
• Maintain equipment calibration and maintenance cycles
  • Perform system checks and calibrations of inspection equipment
  • Support service and maintenance of equipment
  • Assist in maintaining radiation monitoring, and other required systems
• Support development of inspection techniques
  • Evaluate new jobs and programs and assist in the development of techniques as needed (working with REDAR Level III or Principal NDE Level III)
• Support production operations
  • Perform standard visual and dimensional inspections on product, when applicable
  • Interface with production personnel in order to insure complete and accurate NDE inspections are performed and documented
  • Support Cause and Corrective Action (CCA) investigations
  • Other duties as required

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R.E. Darling Co., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as protected veteran, among other things, or status as qualified individual with disability.

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