Quality Inspector A (Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
Quality Inspector A (Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
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Job Description:
Airbus Helicopters is looking for a Quality Inspector A (NDT) to join our Quality Assurance Team in Grand Prairie TX.
The Quality Inspector A (NDT) uses NDT methods to inspect and/or certify compliance of materials parts products components assemblies or sub-assemblies and who must be qualified or certified in the following fields of activity: Magnetic Particle (MT) Fluorescent Penetrant (PT) Eddie Current (ET) Ultrasonic (UT).
Meet the team:
From building to servicing the next generation of aerospace our team focuses on quality productivity and efficiency. We ensure the highest quality of care and safety is built into each aircraft we assemble and maintain. Our team members make it happen.
Your working environment:
A suburb just outside the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area is home to Airbus Helicopters U.S. regional headquarters where we have more than 1000 employees. Check out one of the seven professional sports teams that also call Dallas home - you may even see a special custom Airbus helicopter dedicated to the Dallas Cowboys flying during home games.
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.
At Airbus we support you to work connect and collaborate more easily and accessibly. Wherever possible we support flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
Your challenges:
Part Processing: 40%
- Application of the various NDT methods allowing inspection and/or certification of the parts health concerning cracks.
- Understand and implement the work instructions in the method for which he/she is qualified according to approved written instructions (Inspection Document (DI) technical sheet (FT) Work Card (CT) Inspection process sheet etc.).
- Treat the parts document the results
- Carry out any preparation necessary of the parts before or after test according to work instructions
- Carry out interpretations and evaluations of specific product or product type for acceptance or rejection while following an approved instruction.
- Ensure areas to be inspected the position of check phases and associated documents for the preparation of instruction files (DI) Technical Sheets (FT) and/or Work Cards (CT).
Calibration/ Qualification of the room and equipment: 30%
- Maintain and calibrate NDT equipment
- Carry out the adjustment of the equipment items according to written instructions
- Collection of reference specimens
- Perform concentration checks
- Perform contamination checks
- Calibrate lamp illumination levels
Count & Surface Preparation of Parts: 20%
- Validate inclusion of all parts required to be processed
- Degrease all parts by detergent wash and Ultrasonic
- Water rinse all parts with Ultrasonic
Documentation: 10%
- Complete maintenance records
- Certify pass/fail for inspection of all parts
- Update SAP labor tracking
Additional Responsibilities:
- Standardize technical methods used and document with written procedures and/or NDT work instructions
- Other duties as assigned
Your boarding pass:
Education:
Required:
- High School Diploma or equivalent experience
Preferred:
- Associate Degree in aviation or industry related.
- National Aeronautical Standard (NAS) 410 level II certification course completion
Experience:
Required:
- Five years of proven experience doing NDT testing in at least two NDT methods
Preferred:
- Actively engaged in three or more NDT methods for five years as a NAS 410 certified level II
Licensure/Certifications:
Required:
- American Society of Non-destructive Testing (ASNT) and National Aerospace Standard (NAS 410) Level II NDT certification or equivalent certification from other countries corresponding agencies in at least two NDT methods.
Preferred:
- A&P license in addition to required licenses/certifications
- American Society of Non-destructive Testing (ASNT) and National Aerospace Standard (NAS 410) Level III NDT certification or equivalent certification from other countries corresponding agencies
Knowledge Skills Demonstrated Competence:
Required:
- Be qualified to direct and perform inspections in the method required.
- Ability to demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Level III that they are familiar with and can perform the applicable examinations using suitable calibration blocks and written procedures prepared for examination of articles within the first 90 days.
- Be thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the method.
- Have the ability to apply detailed techniques to products or parts within the limitations of the qualifications requirements.
- Be able to organize and report NDT results in a manner specified by the employing organization.
- Ability to read and understand technical and regulatory documentation.
- They must know the applications and limitations of the various NDT methods used to locate defects in aircraft structure and components.
Communication Skills (Spoken Written Influencing Proficiency in Other Languages):
Required:
- Must be able to read write speak and understand the English language effectively with all levels of personnel.
Technical Systems Proficiency:
Required:
- Competent user of Microsoft Office or G Suite
Preferred:
- Competent user of Microsoft SharePoint ORION TIPI SAP
Travel Required:
- 5% Domestic and International
Citizenship:
- Authorized to Work in the US
Clearance:
- None
Decision Making Complexity:
Must routinely judge the airworthiness of the component inspected for serviceability and safety to continue in service operation. Includes but is not limited to decisions resulting in loss of revenue property or life. A high degree of independent decision making and integrity is required.
Organizational information:
This position will be managed by the Supervisor of Quality Assurance.
Direct Reports : Exempt : 0
Non-exempt : 0
Job Dimensions Contributions to Success:
- Correctly identify internal and external customers and understand their requirements
- Maintain commitments on time/cost/quality
- Do not compromise safety or quality
- View problems as opportunities for improvement
- Constantly focus on improving processes products and services.
Nature of Contacts:
Involved Communication on a daily Basis with internal and external parties
Physical Requirements:
- Onsite: 95%
- Vision:
- Able to pass an examination to ensure near vision of at least one eye either corrected or uncorrected such that the individual can read Snellen equivalent of 20/25 (Jaeger #1). The examination must be on a periodic basis not to exceed 1 year.
- Able to distinguish and differentiate between colors necessary for the inspection method for which qualification is sought. Color vision testing need only be accomplished one time usually at the initial vision examination.
- Able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens able to read documents reports and engineering drawings (daily)
- 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. (daily)
- Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings deliver information and participate in communications. 10% of each day
- 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. Consistently throughout the day
- Carrying: Consistently throughout the day
- Lifting: able to lift documents tools drawings electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs. Consistently throughout the day
- Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools. Consistently throughout the day
- Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings working on computer.10% of each day
- Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving. Consistently throughout the day
- Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor. Consistently throughout the day
- Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice. Between shops as required.
- Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces. Consistently throughout the day
- 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 task consistently throughout the day.
- Chemical exposure: able to be around chemicals required for NDT with required PPE in place on a daily basis
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Equal Opportunity:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin disability veteran status age marital status pregnancy genetic information or other legally protected status
As a leader in our field Airbus Helicopters Inc. provides relocation assistance for qualified positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
As a matter of policy Airbus Helicopters Inc. does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.
Airbus Helicopters Inc. does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause with or without notice.
NOTE: Airbus Helicopters Inc. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written guarantee of employment.
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity as the foundation for the Companys success reputation and sustainable growth.
Company:
Airbus Helicopters Inc.Employment Type:
PermanentExperience Level:
ProfessionalRemote Type:
On-siteJob Family:
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Job Posting End Date: 09.12.2025------
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