Non-Destructive Test (NDT) Specialist 2
Chipton-Ross is seeking 3 Non-Destructive Test (NDT) Specialists (Level 2) for a contract opportunity in Tukwila, WA.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
• Bachelor, Master Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry
• 1+ years of engineering experience
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Nondestructive Testing Customer Support and Emerging Technology team provides certification and qualification services across the value stream for NDE. The team supports commercial and defense aircraft including: 737, 747, 767, 777, 787, KC-46, & B1B. The team works to innovate and mature NDT technology for internal stakeholders and external customers. This team spans the entire product life cycle from product development to active airframe support and post-production test & evaluation. The successful candidate will have a strong desire to work with technical and non-technical audiences, and be a self-starter. There must be a desire to do non-destructive evaluation work and have a general base of NDE knowledge and/or experience. In addition, understanding of basic analysis techniques to determine performance or reasons for failures of tools, materials, parts or processes will be required. Experience in writing non-destructive inspection procedures for commercial and commercial-derivative aircraft is strongly valued. Duties may include (but are not limited to):
• Develops NDE procedures in support of airline customer maintenance inspections
• Designs NDE reference standards in support of inspection procedures
• Develops engineering specifications and other documents to meet customer needs
• Assists in evaluation of emerging technologies for potential application to business needs
• Assists with development and qualification of new tools, equipment, materials, parts and processes to meet requirements
• Performs routine tests and audits to qualify suppliers to applicable requirements
• Assists in implementing corrective and preventive actions
• Uses project management tools to meet cost, technical, and schedule requirements
• Incorporates environmental health and safety, LEAN and Quality principles into (1) materials and processes, (2) research, design and qualification, (3) work procedures and (4) labs and office areas
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
• Experience with CAD systems such as CATIA, Solidworks
• Experience with NDI systems: ultrasonics, eddy current, radiography
• Experience in aviation and/or aerospace
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent skills with various computing systems
• Excellent documentation and technical writing skills
• Excellent time management skills to manage several simultaneous projects effectively and across various geographical locations
• Knowledge of materials science with metals and/or composites
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g Bachelor's degree and 2 or more years' experience or a Master's degree with experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
TRAVEL:
Possible domestic travel.
WORK HOURS:
FULL TIME/FIRST SHIFT; 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Job Location: Tukwila, WA
Rate: Up to $61.47 DOE
Duration: 12 Months
Input Date: 08/27/2026
Attention: Anthony Ho
Address: 420 CULVER BLVD
City, State: PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone: 310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone: 800/927-9318
Fax Phone: 310/414-7808
Email: anthony.ho@chiptonross.com
Website: www.chiptonross.com
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