NDT Level II

Job Description

Job Description

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Who we are and where we are going :

Ascent Aviation Services is one of the largest aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, storage and reclamation operations in the world. Our strength comes from our talented and professional employees who excel through teamwork and enthusiasm. Ascent Aviation Services continues to grow and are continually looking for motivated and career minded aviation professionals who will support our vision and goals.

Built on a foundation of Respect, Safety, Quality, and Results , we are looking for a skilled and motivated NDT Technician (Level II). The Level II Technician will be performing calibrations, Non-destructive Tests, and evaluations for acceptance or rejection determinations according to written instructions and record results. Level II Technician will be qualified to set up and calibrate equipment and to interpret and evaluate results with respect to applicable codes, standards, and specifications. Level II Technician will be thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the method of NDT being used and should exercise assigned responsibility for on-the-job training and guidance of assistants and Level I Technicians. Level II Technicians organize and report the results of NDT.

As a 24 / 7 operation, we have openings across all shifts—including standard day shifts, 2nd shift, weekend shifts, and 12-hour shifts. Candidates must be flexible and willing to be assigned to any shift based on operational needs.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Research technical data and examines the structure and components of an aircraft for defects on the surface, inside the material, or hidden by other structures in accordance with applicable maintenance manuals, FAA regulations and Ascent Aviation policies and procedures.
• Set up and calibrate nondestructive testing equipment.
• Establish techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations.
• Conducts eddy current, penetrant, ultrasonic, and magnetic particle tests on metal parts to determine if parts meet nondestructive specifications
• Reviews test orders to determine type of test requested, test procedures to follow, and part acceptability criteria.
• Applies agents such as cleaners, penetrants, developers to parts, or heat-treated parts to prepare for testing.
• Determines test equipment settings according to type of metal, thickness, distance from test equipment, and related variables, using standard formulas.
• Calibrates test equipment such as magnetic particle, and ultrasonic contact machines, to standard settings, following manual instructions.
• Sets up equipment to perform tests, and conducts tests on parts, following procedures established for specified tests performed.
• Examines surface-treated materials during penetrant and magnetic particle tests to locate and identify cracks or other defects using black light.
• Documents all findings on associated Ascent Aviation maintenance paperwork.

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Duties not listed within the position description may be required of the employee at the discretion of the department management. Job functions may vary due to irregular working conditions or multiple shift positions.

Ascent Aviation Services is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to making reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. EEO / AA / F / M / VET / DIS