NDT Level 2 Inspector (2nd Shift)

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for an NDT Level 2 Inspector (2nd Shift) to join our Manufacturing department based in Mobile AL.

The breadth of exposure as an NDT Level II Inspector is immense as the organization is responsible for a large diversity of inspection types across A220 and A320 programs. You have the ability to engage with the process to provide continuous improvement to complete the mission and to be part of Airbus strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

Meet the Team:

Our Engineers at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facility take our aircraft from concept to customer delivery working with production teams on every aspect of assembly from managing technical information quality control maintenance tasks and health & safety along flowlines and flightlines. Join our team and watch our aircraft come to life.

Your Working Environment:

On Airbus Way you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015 the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry is part of Airbus strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

How We Care for You:

• Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.

• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans) prescription dental vision life disability Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and other supplemental benefit coverages.

• Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University including unlimited access to 10000 e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability certifications career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.

• Perform a large diversity of NDT inspections (ET UT and PT) across A220 and A320 programs.

• Interpret evaluate communicate and report findings to production and engineering teams.

• Interpret and review engineering drawings as required

• Perform and/ or Support the development of NDT inspection techniques for complex geometries and confined spaces.

• Assist in training and developing others within the team.

• Conducts tests to resolve if parts meet quality specifications or specifying discontinuities.

• Ensures strict alignment to safety laws.

• Prepare the respective inspection reports mappings and documents related to the inspection record.

• Reviews production schedule and works to facilitate meeting schedules

• Contribute to internal Quality Gates through on-time point closure

• Report/advance team blocking points throughout the shift

• Actively supply to department current KPIs in order to drive improvements

• Is an advocate for LEAN within group; encourages LEAN thinking and supports and assists in the implementation of LEAN initiatives/KAIZENS

• Ensures all processes are followed

• An Associates Degree in Aviation Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience utilizing testing equipment including maintenance and calibration of said equipment.

• A minimum of 3 years experience in setting up and conducting tests on parts and materials.

• A minimum of 3 years experience in setting up and conducting tests on parts and materials.

• Non-Destructive Evaluation Level II certification meeting the minimum requirements of NAS410 / EN4179 Standards in at least one of the following methods:

• Eddy Current Testing (ET) Fluorescent Penetrant Testing (PT) or Ultrasonic Testing(UT)

• Additional Non-Destructive Evaluation Level II certifications in meeting the minimum requirements of NAS410 / EN4179 in the following methods: Eddy Current Testing (ET) Fluorescent Penetrant Testing (PT) or Ultrasonic Testing (UT)

• Experience performing NDT testing within the aerospace industry

• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft applications including Word PowerPoint Excel Google Suite etc.

• Experience inspecting advanced materials such as high strength aluminum alloys hardened steels Inconel titanium steel (super alloys) Composite Carbon fiber parts and Honeycomb Composite parts.

• Knowledge of AWS/ASME ASTM standards Aircraft Structural and Repair Manuals.

• Hands on experience using portable digital equipment such as Olympus EPOCH 650 USM Go/USM Go NORTEC 600 Olympus 38DL

• An Associates Degree in Aviation Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience utilizing testing equipment including maintenance and calibration of said equipment.

• Preferred: 2 years of relevant work experience within a manufacturing environment preferably with an aviation company.

Physical Requirements:

• Onsite 100%

• Vision: able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens able to read documents reports and engineering drawings.

• Hearing: able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms.

• Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings deliver information and participate in communications.

• Equipment Operation (personal computer telephone copies fax machine and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and

• personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.

• Carrying: able to carry documents tools drawings electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.

• Lifting: able to lift documents tools drawings electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.

• Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.

• Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings working on computer.

• Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.

• Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor.

• Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice.

• Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office

• and production areas including uneven surfaces.

• Personal Protective Equipment required: Required PPE includes but is not limited to Safety Shoes Safety

• Glasses Hearing Protection Respirators/Masks and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site

Eligibility:

• Eligible for employment in the US without sponsorship.

A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or any candidate upon request.