Spirit AeroSystems
Overview
This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit’s Commercial Business Units (“Spirit Commercial”). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing’s three business units and the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for decades. Spirit Commercial’s core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.
Responsibilities Location: Wichita, KS (On-site)
Key Accountabilities:
Use Radiographic (film and digital) and other nondestructive testing (NDT) techniques including Magnetic Particle (multi mag bench), Eddy Current (high frequency crack detection), Ultrasonic (conventional and phased array), and Penetrant (Type I, Method A and C) to evaluate materials, components, or systems without damage
Preferred multi-method experience; focus primarily on Radiographic Testing
Maintain compliance with certified methods and processes, adhering to customer requirements and applicable standards
Set up, calibrate, operate, process, inspect, interpret results, and document findings of radiographic and NDT equipment for acceptance or rejection
Develop, review, and approve procedures and work instructions for technical accuracy and certification
Conduct system performance checks aligned with process standards and specifications
Provide guidance, supervision, and training to trainees and NDI Level II personnel; support certification and examinations
Perform audit surveillance, document non-conformances, and support continuous process improvement
Interpret codes, standards, and contractual documents governing NDT to ensure compliance and technical integrity
Assume technical responsibility for the NDT facility, equipment, staff, and accreditation standards such as Nadcap
Support quality assurance and accreditation efforts, maintaining documentation and ensuring operational readiness through equipment maintenance and calibration
Qualifications Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
10+ years of experience in an NDI Level II role and 3+ years of experience in an NDI Level III role
Radiographic methods experience
80+ hours of formal classroom training in each NDI method (proof required)
Valid NAS 410 NDI Level 2 or Level 3 certification (proof required)
Proficiency with MS Office Suite
Ability to work any shift, including alternate work weeks, as business needs dictate related to the retesting and recertification process
Preferred Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree in NDI
800+ hours of directly related experience
Previous Quality Assurance (QA) experience
Familiarity with Nadcap accreditation standards
Experience with Magnetic Particle, Eddy Current, Ultrasonic, and/or Penetrant methods
Union This is a union-represented position.
Pay Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range: $87,200 - $133,700
Kansas Tax Credit Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.
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Responsibilities Location: Wichita, KS (On-site)
Key Accountabilities:
Use Radiographic (film and digital) and other nondestructive testing (NDT) techniques including Magnetic Particle (multi mag bench), Eddy Current (high frequency crack detection), Ultrasonic (conventional and phased array), and Penetrant (Type I, Method A and C) to evaluate materials, components, or systems without damage
Preferred multi-method experience; focus primarily on Radiographic Testing
Maintain compliance with certified methods and processes, adhering to customer requirements and applicable standards
Set up, calibrate, operate, process, inspect, interpret results, and document findings of radiographic and NDT equipment for acceptance or rejection
Develop, review, and approve procedures and work instructions for technical accuracy and certification
Conduct system performance checks aligned with process standards and specifications
Provide guidance, supervision, and training to trainees and NDI Level II personnel; support certification and examinations
Perform audit surveillance, document non-conformances, and support continuous process improvement
Interpret codes, standards, and contractual documents governing NDT to ensure compliance and technical integrity
Assume technical responsibility for the NDT facility, equipment, staff, and accreditation standards such as Nadcap
Support quality assurance and accreditation efforts, maintaining documentation and ensuring operational readiness through equipment maintenance and calibration
Qualifications Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
10+ years of experience in an NDI Level II role and 3+ years of experience in an NDI Level III role
Radiographic methods experience
80+ hours of formal classroom training in each NDI method (proof required)
Valid NAS 410 NDI Level 2 or Level 3 certification (proof required)
Proficiency with MS Office Suite
Ability to work any shift, including alternate work weeks, as business needs dictate related to the retesting and recertification process
Preferred Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree in NDI
800+ hours of directly related experience
Previous Quality Assurance (QA) experience
Familiarity with Nadcap accreditation standards
Experience with Magnetic Particle, Eddy Current, Ultrasonic, and/or Penetrant methods
Union This is a union-represented position.
Pay Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range: $87,200 - $133,700
Kansas Tax Credit Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.
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