The Immersion Ultrasonic Testing (IUT) NDT Manager at Element Materials Technology is responsible for leading immersion ultrasonic inspection operations through direct management of shift supervisors. This role drives quality delivery accountability and continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with NAS-410 customer requirements and Element quality standards. The IUT NDT Manager partners closely with Division Level 3 personnel Operations and Quality to implement process improvements support employee development and enable sustainable business growth.
Salary: $100000 - $140000/yr DOE
Provide direct leadership and oversight of IUT shift supervisors ensuring consistent execution of Elements quality safety and delivery expectations
Drive accountability performance management and engagement across all shifts
Ensure immersion ultrasonic inspections are performed in accordance with NAS-410 customer specifications and Element procedures
Work directly with Division Level 3 personnel to implement technical quality and process improvements
Support growth initiatives by improving throughput efficiency and inspection capability
Serve as a liaison to the Operations Manager to ensure staffing levels shift coverage and resource planning align with customer demand
Coordinate training certification and recertification activities in accordance with NAS-410 and Element training requirements
Support employee development through coaching mentoring and succession planning
Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality delivery productivity and utilization
Participate in internal and external audits customer visits and corrective action activities
Promote a culture of safety quality and continuous improvement consistent with Elements values
NAS-410 Level II or Level III Immersion Ultrasonic Testing (IUT) certification preferred
Strong working knowledge of ultrasonic testing principles and immersion UT techniques required
Previous leadership or supervisory experience in an NDT aerospace or regulated manufacturing environment
Demonstrated ability to lead multiple shifts and manage operational priorities
Strong understanding of quality systems inspection documentation and customer compliance requirements
Excellent communication organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to collaborate effectively across Operations Quality Engineering and Commercial teams
Preferred Experience
Experience within Element Materials Technology or a similar testing inspection and certification (TIC) organization
Aerospace defense or other highly regulated industry experience
Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean Six Sigma or similar)
At Element we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming the worlds most trusted testing partner.
All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age disability ethnic origin gender marital status race religion responsibility of dependents sexual orientation or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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