CareerPlan

NDI Specialist III

Wichita, KansasFull-time$87k2026-10-16 → 2026-11-10

Core

Oversee and execute nondestructive testing (NDT) methods including Eddy Current, Magnetic Particle, Penetrant, Ultrasonic, and Radiography to ensure compliance with customer requirements and standards for commercial aerostructures.

Role type

Senior NDI Level III Specialist

Builds

Commercial aerostructures (fuselages, pylons, nacelles, wing components)

Domain

Aerospace manufacturing / Nondestructive Testing

Required skills

Eddy Current testing, Magnetic Particle testing, Penetrant testing, Ultrasonic testing, Radiography, NAS 410 certification, Procedure development, Audit surveillance, Equipment calibration, Technical documentation

Preferred skills

In-service inspection experience, Nadcap accreditation familiarity, AS9100/FAA audit prep, Multi-method NDT experience

Technologies

Eddy Current equipment, Magnetic Particle equipment, Penetrant equipment, Ultrasonic equipment, Radiography equipment, MS Office Suite

Responsibilities

Oversee Eddy Current and other NDT techniques for compliance; Develop and approve procedures and work instructions; Conduct system performance checks; Provide guidance and training to trainees and Level II personnel; Perform audit surveillance and document non-conformances; Interpret codes and standards governing NDT; Assume technical responsibility for the NDT facility and staff; Support quality assurance and accreditation efforts.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC