A Non-Destructive Testing Specialist uses ultrasonic, electromagnetic, thermal or liquid penetration tests to check structures or materials for cracks, defects or signs of corrosion. May work on large structures such as bridges, dams or pipelines, or check vehicles such as aircraft. Interprets and reports on test results that include images and measurements; maintains and calibrates equipment.
APG - Level 3
LAUNCH Defense
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Birmingham, Alabama
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CONTRACTOR
Updated 08/31/2026
Job Description
Job Summary
LAUNCH Defense is seeking a highly experienced T38 APG Crew Chief Mechanics. The T-38 Aircraft Maintenance APG Crew Chief III maintains all aspects of the T-38 aircraft, support equipment, and forms and records. This role performs crew chief, repair and reclamation, quality assurance, maintenance support functions, sortie generation, ground handling, and servicing operations. In addition, they will be responsible for performing aircraft inspections such as preflight, thru-flight, postflight, hourly postflight, special inspections, and isochronal inspections. They will also, advise on problems, maintenance, servicing, and inspection of aircraft and related aerospace equipment using technical data to diagnose and solve maintenance problems on aircraft systems.
Job Pay Details
Sample Gross Weekly Compensation
$1600
Sample Gross Compensation Calculation•Hourly Rate
$20.00
Days Worked Away-from-Home Overnight
5
Hours Worked Per Day/Week
8/40
Taxable Wages
($20.00 x 40 Hours)
$800
Nontaxable Per Diem
(
Expense Reimbursement:
$160 x 5 Eligible Days)
$800
Gross Compensation
$1,600
•This sample is provided as an illustrative example only - all hourly wage rates and per diem expense reimbursement rates are subject to change.
Potential Daily Per Diem
$160
Daily Per Diem Expense Reimbursement:
Currently up to $160 per eligible day worked away-from-home overnight, not to exceed $800 per week•In accord with IRS regulations, additional eligibility conditions apply. For more information, please contact hrlaunchtws.com
Hourly Rate Range
$20 - $20
Based on experience.
Call 888.888.7195 to learn more about eligibility for travel expense reimbursement, bonuses, and fixed rate incentive opportunities.
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