Senior NDT Level III Lead: RT/DR/UT/PT Quality Engineering

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 217,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

L3Harris is seeking an experienced NDT Level III to join our Canoga Park, CA team as a Quality Engineer. Lead radiography, digital radiography, ultrasonic, and penetrant NDT efforts in a fast‑paced defense environment.

You will review supplier technique sheets, audit NDT suppliers, train L I–L II staff, and develop specifications while maintaining certifications and supporting customer audits. This role offers a strong benefits package and on‑site collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience.
• Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience.
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.

Responsibilities

• Review supplier-submitted NDT technique sheets for compliance to AR-Los Angeles specifications and drawing requirements.
• Coordinate with suppliers on development and approval of technique sheets; prepare reports.
• Manage site NDT supply base; audit existing suppliers; assess new suppliers for AR requirements.
• Provide training and testing to L I and L II.
• Develop, review and approve NDT techniques with L II personnel.
• Write, review and approve specifications pertinent to NDT.
• Support review boards for inspectability of product.
• Prepare NDT for customer and internal audits.
• Lead Corrective action reviews on audits/NCR findings.
• Maintain own L III certifications.
• Participate in direction of the NDT department.
• Audit and surveillance of quality systems and processes.
• Respond to customer needs; weekend work may be required.

Skills

NDT Level III RT

NDT Level III DR

NDT Level III UT

NDT Level III PT

Aerospace metals testing

Interpersonal communication

Auditing practices

Manufacturing processes

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

13+ years experience (no degree)

Tools

NAS410

ASTM 1742

ASTM 1417

ASTM 1444

AMS-STD-2154

Job description

L3Harris is seeking an experienced NDT Level III to join our Canoga Park, CA team as a Quality Engineer. Lead radiography, digital radiography, ultrasonic, and penetrant NDT efforts in a fast‑paced defense environment.

You will review supplier technique sheets, audit NDT suppliers, train L I–L II staff, and develop specifications while maintaining certifications and supporting customer audits. This role offers a strong benefits package and on‑site collaboration.