Nondestructive Test (NDT) Technician - UT & RT

Nondestructive Test (NDT) Technician - UT & RT

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has exciting opportunities for Nondestructive Test (NDT) Technicians (Associate or Experienced) in St. Louis, MO!

Join our dynamic and supportive Quality team! In this role, you will conduct Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) on aerospace products using cutting edge methods including ultrasonic (UT), eddy current (ET), and radiographic (RT). You will work with digital and automated inspection systems in an aerospace environment aligned with industry standards and regulations. Opportunities for rapid skill growth and progress depending on performance.

Employees will be required to obtain Boeing NDT certification and pass a vision exam. Failure to achieve or maintain certification requirements may lead to termination of employment.

Candidates must have documented evidence of NDT education and/or OJT hours in UT or RT available for Boeing Level 3 review.

Work Environment:

• May be exposed to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, smoke (not over OSHA permissible exposure levels).
• This position requires the applicant to work in a radiation environment and involves exposure to radiation. Candidates must demonstrate a strong understanding of relevant safety and health regulations, protocols, policies, and procedures to ensure a safe working atmosphere for self and others.
• Safety training and equipment are provided by Boeing in accordance with applicable laws, industry standards, and company policies.
• Will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) applicable to the testing method being used.
• Able and willing to stand 90% of the time, stoop, bend, stretch, and engage in awkward positioning.
• Able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Position Responsibilities:

Associate:

• Completes structured training programs to gain knowledge of NDT methods, including but not limited to UT, ET, RT, MT, PT.
• Performs setup for specialized non-destructive test or measurement equipment to controlled standards.
• Assists in the documentation of procedures for setting up test equipment.
• Analyzes routine test, inspection or statistical data to determine product and processes conformity.
• Assists with standard corrective action recommendations.
• Documents and communicates standard test, analysis or measurement results.
• Reports potential adverse trends or anomalous results.

Experienced:

• Performs setup for specialized non-destructive test or measurement equipment.
• Develops procedures and processes.
• Performs tests or inspections and collects data.
• Documents, analyzes and communicates results and assists with corrective action recommendations.
• Provides feedback on adverse trends.
• Responsible for non-destructive testing and acceptance of repairs to company products.
• Conducts certification preparation training, capable of providing the necessary guidance and/or supervision to Trainees and Level I NDT certified personnel.
• Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbal.

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Special Program Access or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for some of these positions.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Formal, documented hours of NDT training/experience or military equivalent
• Experience with Microsoft Office Products like Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• More than 3 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• More than 5 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Currently hold or previously held Level II NDT certification in Ultrasonic (UT) or Radiography (RT)