Working Level 3 - NDT Aerospace

Applus+ Laboratories; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Disability and life insurance

Shift flexibility

In-house training

Job summary

X-Ray Industries, an Applus+ company, is seeking a Level 3 NDT professional to lead day-to-day floor operations, calibrate equipment, and interpret results to ensure quality across aerospace components. The role emphasizes hands-on testing, teamwork, and mentoring junior staff.

You will oversee procedures, safety, and documentation, train personnel for multiple NDT methods, and collaborate with customers while maintaining high standards of ethics and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Level 3 certification in NDT preferred.
• Experience with multiple NDT methods (UT, RT, MT, DR, CT) and related standards.
• Ability to prepare, calibrate, and document inspection results per procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate inspection equipment; interpret and document results.
• Inspect complex machined parts, castings, weldments, and assemblies per blueprints and specs.
• Direct and train NDT personnel; ensure safety, quality, and compliance.
• Maintain inventory and communicate shortages; perform safety audits and housekeeping.
• Prepare and approve NDT procedures and work instructions; audit outside agencies as needed.

Skills

NDT Leadership

Team collaboration

Documentation & reporting

Reading drawings & specs

Safety compliance

Mathematical aptitude

Cross-training

Shift flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Level 3 certification in NDT (NAS 410/SNT-TC-1A)

Tools

Hi-lo & Crane

NDT equipment operation

Job description

X-Ray Industries, an Applus+ company, is a well-established non-destructive testing service provider in the Aerospace industry. With over 80 years of experience, X-Ray Industries is the oldest, most-established NDT provider, offering a broad range of testing and inspection capabilities.

Provide day-to-day floor leadership and technical input to calibrate equipment, conduct tests, and to interpret, evaluate, and document results in accordance with procedures. The Level 3 shall be thoroughly knowledgeable with the scope and limitations of the respective method and shall exercise assigned responsibility for on-the-job (OJT) training and guidance of NDT personnel.

A successful candidate in this role is someone who enjoys working hands on, seeks to be a part of a team, and is passionate about NDT!

Benefits Offered

• Medical, dental, and vision offered
• Company provided short term and long term disability and life insurance benefits
• First, second, and third shifts available based on facility need
• All training provided in house!

...And much more!

Website: https://www.appluslaboratories.com/global/en/

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*Documentation of high school diploma or GED, OJT hours, and previous certification hours required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• As an employee of XRI Testing and certified NDT Level 3 having responsibility for preparing, maintaining, administering and grading the certification examinations, assuring the requirements of XRI 2002 are met, and certifying all other lesser “Levels” at their facility.
• Set-up and calibrate all equipment used, interpret, evaluate, and document results through formal reports.
• Conduct inspection on complex machined parts, castings, weldments and assemblies per blueprint, manufacturing outline, Customers specifications and customer requirements utilizing various types of inspection equipment set up.
• Document inspection results in accordance with company procedures and work instructions. Assign and direct employees in NDT processes based on the business unit and customer requirements, as it relates to safety, quality, personnel certification, production and delivery.
• Responsible for training and examining UT trainee, Level 1 and 2 personnel for certification in those methods
• Interface with Customers on a day-by-day basis / as required.
• Evaluate and maintain inventory levels, in-coming material and communicate shortfalls to the appropriate personnel.
• Participate and conduct safety audits as directed to ensure a safe working environment.
• Establish and maintain housekeeping expectations throughout the department.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Represent the Company in a professional and ethical manner.
• Produce technical document generation, review and approve
• Oversee employee development, examination and certification.
• Conduct NDT for the acceptance of parts and document the results if a demonstration of proficiency in this ability was included in the practical examination.
• When approved by the Corporate Level 3, be capable of auditing outside agencies to ensure the requirements of this written practice are met.
• Perform shipping and contract review duties as needed.
• Be capable of assuming technical responsibility for the NDT facility and staff.
• Be capable of selecting the method and technique for the specific inspection.
• Be capable of preparing and verifying the adequacy of procedures and work instructions.
• Approve NDT procedures and work instructions for technical adequacy.
• Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of X-Ray Industries. Exhibits honesty, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to utilize mathematical formulas.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to follow safety regulations.
• Computer literate with emphasis on Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to read and understand technical documents relating to the applicable method.
• High level of interpersonal communication skills.
• Assist in the maintaining of the KAIZEN 6S discipline.
• Utilize Hi-lo & crane and other material handling equipment
• Ability and willingness to cross train other NDT methods
• Ability to work effectively with others and in a team environment.
• Flexible to work any shift and overtime as required.

Education and Work Experience

• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• High School Diploma or GED required
• To perform this job successfully, the dedicated individual shall have sufficient education, training and experience to ensure qualification as a minimum in their respective method.
• Certifiable to Level 3 per the requirements of XRI 2002 (NAS 410 and SNT-TC-1A), i.e., 4 years as a Level 2 is required to qualify for Level 3 certification unless the following conditions are met (per XRI-2002 “A 2 year degree in engineering or science study at a technical school, college or university reduces the above to 2 years experience. A 3-4 year science or engineering undergraduate degree reduces the above to 1 year experience.
• Knowledge to interpret codes, standards, and other contractual documents that control the NDT method(s) as used by XRI Testing.
• Have a general knowledge of other NDT methods and product manufacturing and inspection technologies used by XRI testing and its customers including, but not limited to
• Magnetic Particle (Mag) (MT)
• Radiography (X-ray) (RT)
• Digital Radiography (DDA) (DR)
• Computed Tomography (CT)
• Ultrasonic (UT) (Immersion) (Phased Array)
• To perform this job successfully, an individual shall have sufficient education, training and experience to ensure qualification in their respective method.

Certificates and Licenses Required

• Certifiable to Level 3 per the requirements of XRI 2002 (NAS 410 and SNT-TC-1A), i.e., 4 years as a Level 2 is required to qualify for Level 3 certification unless the following conditions are met (per XRI-2002 “A 2 year degree in engineering or science study at a technical school, college or university reduces the above to 2 years experience. A 3-4 year science or engineering undergraduate degree reduces the above to 1 year experience.
• Driver's License

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by individuals assigned to this position. Individuals may be required to perform other tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.