Non-Destructive Inspector (NDI) - DOT Safety Sensitive - Madison, MS

Performs approved NDT (non-destructive testing) inspection including fluorescent penetrant, magnetic particle, eddy current, and visual to document the servicing and repair of aircraft components, parts or accessories in accordance with the Repair Station Manual, Federal Aviation Regulations, manufacturers' specifications, approved technical data and Vertex Aerospace policies/procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Not listed in order of importance. Other duties may be assigned.)

1. Performs all designated non-destructive testing inspection duties in accordance with Vertex Aerospace policies and procedures and provides reports/records that comply with all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, IPMs, manufacturers' specifications, and the policies of Vertex Aerospace.
2. Sets up and calibrates equipment, prepares components for NDT inspection fully utilizing available equipment and processes to include ensuring all equipment is in full working order by carrying out daily checks.
3. Assures that required preliminary, hidden, damage, progressive, and final inspections are properly performed and that proper inspection records, reports, and forms are properly executed prior to releasing the product.
4. Completes NDT and appropriate (in-process) inspection of each overhauled or repaired accessory, appliance, and component at the time of completion and prior to preparation for shipment.
5. Plans workload ensuring schedule times are achieved in liaison with Production teams.
6. May train other NDT employees.
7. May evaluate published technical data for timely and accurate applicability to NDT inspection procedures and develops/revise procedures as necessary to ensure reliable, quality products.
8. Provides technical support for the development of processes for unserviceable components and takes appropriate actions in preventing the release of defective, unserviceable, or un-airworthy parts.
9. Completes required inspection documents for compilation of statistical data as required.
10. Identifies opportunities for improving processes, working practices, and team efficiency.
11. May perform warranty reviews and provide technical knowledge to warranty decision-making activities. Creates investigation/production reports.

Basic Qualifications:

• Graduation from a standard four (4) year high school or equivalent (GED) AND two (2) years of experience in NDT inspection and evaluation experience with aircraft components for FAA certification.
• Required on-the-job training program in magnetic particle inspection (MPI), fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI), and eddy current inspection (ECI).
• Thorough working knowledge of FAA Part 145 regulations pertaining to inspection practices and familiarity with aircraft components repair/testing procedures.
• Must be able to pass NDT and Inspection eye examinations and have NDT experience/certifications with applicable methods.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or other regulatory specifications.
• Must be able to read, interpret and understand technical manuals, work specifications, service bulletins, and written work instructions, set up and calibrate equipment, prepare components for NDT inspection fully utilizing available equipment and processes.
• Must be certifiable to NAS 410.

Level of Decision Making/Problem Solving:

When performing inspections or quality functions, the NDT Inspectors are responsible to the Repair Station Manager and the Chief Inspector.

• Benefits include the following:




• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off, including holidays
• Learning and Development resources
• Employee assistance resources




• Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

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