NDT Technician - Level II

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: NDT Technician – Level II (Aerospace MRO)Location: Perkasie, PA Department: Quality / MROAbout Carson Helicopters Carson Helicopters is a premier aviation MRO and manufacturing facility specializing in legacy aircraft. We combine extensive machine shop capabilities with advanced composite manufacturing to keep critical heavy-lift fleets flying. We are currently internalizing our Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) processes and looking for a lead technician to anchor this department.Position Summary We are seeking a certified NAS 410 Level II Technician to perform inspections on rotary-wing dynamic components. This is a hands-on role. You will be responsible for the daily processing of steel and aluminum components (gearboxes, rotor hubs, spindles) via Magnetic Particle and Liquid Penetrant methods.Key ResponsibilitiesPrimary Inspection: Set up, process, and evaluate parts using Magnetic Particle (MT) and Liquid Penetrant (PT) methods in accordance with NAS 410 and OEM technical data.Process Control: Perform daily system performance checks (lighting, amperage, concentration) on the Mag Particle bench and Penetrant line.Documentation: Accurately record test results and generate non-conformance reports for failed parts.Department Growth: Assist leadership in maintaining the internal NDT line, managing chemical inventory, and preparing for audits (FAA/Customer).Required QualificationsCertification: Current or previous certification as NAS 410 Level II in:Magnetic Particle (MT)Liquid Penetrant (PT)Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of NDT experience in an aerospace maintenance or manufacturing environment.Documentation: Must be able to provide documentation of prior training hours and OJT (On-the-Job Training) hours for recertification.Physical: Ability to lift/maneuver heavy aircraft components (up to 50 lbs) and stand for extended periods.Vision: Must pass Jaeger 1 (near vision) and Color Perception eye exams.Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)Experience with Eddy Current (ET) or Ultrasonic (UT) is a plus, but not required for daily duties.Experience working in a machine shop or heavy industrial MRO environment.The Ideal Candidate You are a "gearhead" who takes pride in finding the smallest defect in a critical flight component. You are comfortable getting your hands dirty in a wet-bench environment and prefer active shop work over sitting at a desk. You are looking for a stable, long-term home where you can manage your own workflow.