Senior NDT RT/DDA Method Lead & Mentor

Applus+; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 77,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Applus+ seeks a Method Level III (RT/DDA) expert in Zeeland, MI, to lead radiographic testing activities, develop RT techniques, and ensure compliance with NAS 410 and customer specs. The role certifies personnel and drives process improvements.

The position requires 5–10 years of aerospace NDT experience, strong technical writing, and leadership ability; travel to audits or trainings may occur.

Qualifications

• Certified RT Level III per NAS 410 or equivalent.
• Minimum 5–10 years aerospace radiographic inspection experience.
• Experience with Digital Detector Array (DDA) systems.
• Experience developing RT techniques and interpreting aerospace specifications.
• Experience training and certifying NDT personnel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain RT/DDA technical compliance.
• Certify and mentor NDT personnel.
• Approve inspection techniques and procedures.
• Ensure customer and regulatory compliance.
• Support production through technical expertise.
• Drive continuous improvement of RT/DDA processes.

Skills

RT Level III leadership

DDA system expertise

NAS 410 compliance

Technical writing

Mentoring & training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Engineering/Materials/Physics degree

Tools

NDT software systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Applus+ seeks a Method Level III (RT/DDA) expert in Zeeland, MI, to lead radiographic testing activities, develop RT techniques, and ensure compliance with NAS 410 and customer specs. The role certifies personnel and drives process improvements.

The position requires 5–10 years of aerospace NDT experience, strong technical writing, and leadership ability; travel to audits or trainings may occur.