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NDI Technician
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What they do
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.
$74,642 / year median in Florida
+10% projected growth
Job Description
NDI Technician Professional Aircraft Accessories United States, Florida, Titusville 7035 Center Lane (Show on map) Sep 01, 2026 POSITION SUMMARY The NDI Technician performs inspections on aircraft components using various test equipment, working from maintenance manuals and applying current nondestructive inspection techniques. Typical inspections consist of identifying, locating and measuring surface and sub-surface flaws, corrosion and separation in bonded and honeycomb structures; determining the conductivity of materials; determining the integrity of welds; and making dimensional and volume measurements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions Statement(s) Performs technical and inspection functions pertaining to the aircraft component overhaul process.
Must be familiar with all shop equipment operations and its maintenance and able to work with little or no supervision.
Performs non-destructive inspection of disassembled aircraft components according to customers specifications, airworthiness directives, applicable manufacturers CMM guidelines and UTC operating procedures
Maintains current knowledge of and complies with technical data provided by the customer, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and/or Joint Aviation Administration (JAA) as applicable to the work assigned.
Maintains proper segregation and identification of components in progress.
Maintains inspection and test equipment.
Inventory management; Monitors and orders shop supplies as necessary.
Completes necessary related documentation in accordance with established procedures.
Conducts research as necessary to determine applicable methods and procedures to perform best practice on new units.
Ensure all equipment and materials meets optimal operating standards IAW standard operating procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s) Detail Oriented
- Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
Inventory Accuracy - Ability to gather, interpret, and record data to assure inventory accuracy
Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
Motivated - Displays energy in approaching the job, commits to putting in additional effort, maintains high level of productivity and self-direction.
Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education:
High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required
Experience:
Two to four years of applicable experience
Certifications & Licenses:
Other Requirements:
Must be able to write descriptive statements concerning the condition of assemblies being worked on.
Must be able to articulate and understand verbal and written instructions. Requires the ability to evaluate his/her work and exercise judgement.