GE Aerospace

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Engineer, Level 2 – NDT Level 3 Development Position

GE Aerospace

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Gloucester • United Kingdom

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About the role

  • You will have technical responsibility for NDT across Dowty Propellers’ range of composite and metallic products.
  • You will help ensure structural integrity and product quality, and develop and train a diverse team in a range of NDT techniques, including: Ultrasonic Testing (UT) - Contact and immersion methods: A, B and C scan Radiographic Testing (RT) – X Ray, Film and Non-Film methods Eddy current Testing (ET) - Static and dynamic phase analysis methods Magnetic Particle Inspection (MT) – fluorescent wet continuous method Liquid Penetrant Inspection (PT) - Fluorescent Post emulsified, solvent removable Bond Testing (BT) Acid Etch Inspection
  • Collaborate with the design and development teams supporting NPI programs.
  • Establish and approve NDT methods and techniques and supporting procedures in line with company and regulatory requirements.
  • Manage and support qualification and ongoing approval of a team of NDT technicians and contractors, develop training plans and keep records for all NDT levels and determine techniques to be applied across the product range.
  • Directly support daily operations, offering clear guidance on detected defects, and work closely with MRB engineers to determine corrective actions.
  • Contribute to wider business problem-solving and continuous improvement projects.

Requirements

  • Minimum requirement of NDT Level 2 qualification in two of the above specified NDT techniques (Ultrasonics and X-ray highly desirable)
  • Willingness to complete Level 3 qualifications and qualifying criteria for at least one technique within 24 months (we will support your development)
  • Degree in a relevant engineering discipline or a recognised apprenticeship or equivalent practical experience in a related field, plus relevant NDT qualifications.
Benefits
  • Non-contributory Pension
  • Life Assurance
  • Group income protection
  • Private medical cover
  • Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell
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Hard Skills & Tools
Ultrasonic TestingRadiographic TestingEddy Current TestingMagnetic Particle InspectionLiquid Penetrant InspectionBond TestingAcid Etch InspectionNDT techniquesstructural integrityproduct quality
Soft Skills
team developmentcollaborationproblem-solvingcontinuous improvementguidancetrainingcommunicationleadershiporganizational skillsrecord keeping
Certifications
NDT Level 2 qualificationNDT Level 3 qualification