Full Description

n aerospace client is looking for an NDT Engineer with Active Secret Clearance who will be responsible for the inspection of rocket motors, composite aerospace components, and other energetic and non-energetic articles.

Location: Palmdale, CA 93550 (Onsite)

Position: NDT Engineer with Active Secret Clearance

Pay Rate: $109.04/hr. on W2 (DOE)

Duration: 12 months or longer

Schedule: 4x10 (M-Th)

Shift: 5am-330pm

Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time

Responsibilities

• The Sr. Principal Non-Destructive Testing Engineer is responsible for the inspection of rocket motors, composite aerospace components, and other energetic and non-energetic articles. This position is responsible for developing and implementing unique nondestructive inspection techniques, methods, and procedures. Works with design, project, and quality engineers through the development process to select and implement the best NDT method to ensure product quality at lowest cost.

In this job, you will

• Reviews engineering designs and drawings providing correct NDT method description for the critical defect size and type of material being inspected.
• Prepare inspection documentation to identify test parameters and requirements.
• Perform technical audits of NDT personnel in the field.
• Supports production in using the machines and assist maintenance personnel as needed when troubleshooting and repairing the equipment.
• Participates in R&D programs to improve system capabilities and bring new ideas & technology into projects and pursuits.
• Develop and produce formal customer reports containing recommendations, computer generated graphics, plots, tables, summaries and comparisons. Maintain & archive electronic and hard copy inspection data and reports.
• Other duties as assigned.
• This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company.

Basic Qualifications

U. S. Citizenship required.

• Active Secret level clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 4 years of professional experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance.
• Holding for at least 2 years one, Level 3 certification in accordance with NAS 410 in Eddy Current (ET), Ultrasonic (UT), or Radiography (RT). Records of certification and experience are required.