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Quality NDT Manager

El Cajon, CA ยท On-site

$98K - $130K/yr

Veridiam is a strategic manufacturing partner specializing in precision fabrication of components and assemblies made from exotic metals for critical applications in aerospace, defense, medical ...

... exotic metals such as tantalum, copper, monel and hastelloy. โ€ข Uses fabrication machines such as sheet metal shears, press brakes, hand brakes and lock formers. โ€ข Cuts sheet metal to size by ...

Works with plastic materials such as Plexiglass and Lexan and with all types of metals such as hot and cold-rolled steel, stainless steel, galvanized steel, aluminum and magnesium as well as exotic ...

... exotic metals such as tantalum, copper, monel and hastelloy. โ€ข Uses fabrication machines such as sheet metal shears, press brakes, hand brakes and lock formers. โ€ข Cuts sheet metal to size by ...

Metal Fabricator

Fairfield, NJ ยท On-site

$27/hr

Description Metal Fabricator Location: Fairfield, NJ Employment Type: Full-Time About the Role ... exotic materials โ€ข Collaborate closely with welders and machinists to ensure proper fit-up โ€ข ...

... exotic metal fabrication โ€ข Prior experience with GMAW and GTAW processes What They Offer โ€ข Competitive hourly pay based on experience โ€ข Opportunities for skill development and career ...

TIG Welder

Franklin, OH ยท On-site

$23 - $28/hr

Company Description Ferco Tech LLC is a leading producer of high strength brackets, and other exotic metal fabrications for aerospace and industrial gas turbine engines. Ferco Aerospace consists of ...

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... other exotic metals - Deep understanding of stair design - floating systems, mono-stringers, complex geometry - Real-world install experience (we handle our own field installs) - Woodworking ...

TIG Fabricator

Spokane Valley, WA ยท On-site

$28 - $38/hr

Perform TIG (GTAW) and MIG welding on stainless steel, carbon steel, and exotic metals * Grow into TIP TIG and laser welding with oversight and support * Review prints, work orders, and instructions ...

TIG Welder

Kent, WA

$21 - $24/hr

Hold multiple, basic Exotic Metals weld qualification/certifications, including Fillet Welding as required. * Meets or exceeds operations standards for efficiency. * Reads and understands router ...

Tig Welder

Kent, WA ยท On-site

$32.20 - $40/hr

Hold multiple, basic Exotic Metals weld qualification/certifications, including Fillet Welding as required. * Meets or exceeds operations standards for efficiency. * Reads and understands router ...

CNC Tube Bender

Greenwood, IN ยท On-site

$24 - $27/hr

Salary will depend on experience Company Description Ferco Tech LLC is a leading producer of high strength brackets, and other exotic metal fabrications for aerospace and industrial gas turbine ...

General Production

Franklin, OH ยท On-site

$17 - $17.75/hr

Company Description Ferco Tech LLC is a leading producer of high strength brackets, and other exotic metal fabrications for aerospace and industrial gas turbine engines. Ferco Aerospace consists of ...

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How much do exotic metal jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for exotic metal in the United States is $21.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Exotic Metal vs Metal Fabricator?

AspectExotic MetalMetal Fabricator
Required CredentialsSpecialized certifications in exotic metals, welding, and safetyWelding certifications, technical training, and apprenticeship programs
Work EnvironmentIndustrial settings, aerospace, high-tech manufacturingFactories, workshops, construction sites
Industry UsageHigh-performance applications, aerospace, luxury designGeneral metalwork, structural fabrication, custom projects

Exotic Metal specialists focus on working with rare and high-performance metals, often requiring specialized certifications and working in advanced industrial environments. Metal Fabricators handle a broader range of metals for various construction and manufacturing projects, typically with standard certifications. While both roles involve metalworking skills, Exotic Metal professionals require niche expertise for specialized applications.

What are the most exotic jobs?

Exotic metal jobs often involve working with rare or specialized materials such as titanium, tungsten, or rare earth elements. These roles may include metal fabrication, aerospace manufacturing, or research in high-tech industries, often requiring advanced skills, safety precautions, and specialized equipment. Such jobs are typically found in industries like aerospace, defense, or scientific research and may involve working in controlled environments or with hazardous materials.

What jobs make $1,000,000 a year?

In the field of exotic metals, high-paying roles such as senior metallurgists, materials scientists, or executive positions in mining and manufacturing companies can reach or exceed $1,000,000 annually, especially with bonuses and stock options. These roles typically require advanced degrees, specialized skills, and extensive industry experience. Such positions often involve leadership, research, or strategic decision-making in high-value industries.

What are considered exotic metals?

Exotic metals are rare or specialized metals that are not commonly used in everyday applications, often valued for their unique properties such as high strength, corrosion resistance, or high melting points. Examples include titanium, tantalum, niobium, and rhenium, which are used in aerospace, medical devices, and high-tech industries. Working with these metals typically requires specialized skills and equipment due to their unique characteristics.

What jobs pay 500,000 a year in the US?

Exotic metal-related roles typically do not pay $500,000 annually; high-paying jobs in this field may include executive positions such as CEO or COO of companies specializing in exotic metals, or senior engineering roles with extensive experience and specialized skills. These positions often require advanced education, industry expertise, and leadership responsibilities, and compensation can include salary, bonuses, and stock options.
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Quality NDT Manager

Quality NDT Manager

Veridiam

El Cajon, CA โ€ข On-site

$98K - $130K/yr

Other

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Veridiam is a strategic manufacturing partner specializing in precision fabrication of components and assemblies made from exotic metals for critical applications in aerospace, defense, medical, nuclear, and space.

Our roots were formed in the exacting nuclear and aerospace industries, expanded into medical where we have supplied critical components to a global customer base.

Veridiamโ€™s ability to work with challenging materials such as titanium alloys, nickel-based superalloys, refractory metals, and specialty stainless steels ensures reliable, mission-ready products for our customersโ€™ most vital programs. As a trusted partner, Veridiam provides technical collaboration, quality assurance, and supply chain reliability essential to advancing innovation and operational success across these highly regulated industries and results for mission-critical parts made from titanium alloys, nickel-based superalloys, refractory metals and more.

At Veridiam we recognize that talent is at the forefront of our organization and define who we are in today's industry. You will work in a highly regulated, precision manufacturing environment where safety, documentation integrity, dimensional control (โ€œTrue Diameterโ€) and traceability are paramount.

In this role you will have a direct impact on hiring, employee relations, recognition, performance development, appraisal systems, career/succession planning, and employee development.

POSTION SUMMARY

Manages and oversees full-cycle non-destructive testing (โ€œNDTโ€) quality assurance operations, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable codes, standards and customer requirements. Manages NDT personnel, equipment and procedures, ensuring verification and validation of critical inspection results for mission-critical parts, maintaining certifications, implementing quality procedures, and continuously improving inspection processes to support product integrity and regulatory compliance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage the NDT inspection process, technicians (Level I and II) and any subcontracted processes.
  • Develop, maintain and enforce written practice for NDT qualification and certification (SND-TC-1A, NAS-410, as applicable) tailored to the exotic metal/high-performance alloy environment.
  • Approve, oversee and update NDT methods and procedures (PT, MT, UT, RT, ET, etc.) for components ranging from small medical tubing to large structural aerospace and nuclear parts.
  • Ensure NDT equipment is calibrated, maintained, qualified and tracked (i.e. ultra sonic flaw detectors, penetrant and mag particle equipment, radiography, etc.).
  • Ensure all NDT inspections meet internal quality management system requirements (i.e. ISO 9001, AS9100, NADCAP as relevant), customer specifications and industry standards (ASME, ASTM, API, etc.)
  • Validate and approve inspection results, generate and maintain final NDT reports, traceability records, audit trails and certification logs.
  • Maintain complete, accurate and organized NDT records, certifications, calibration logs, training records and audit trails.
  • Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, technical documents related to exotic metals and assemblies (in line with Veridiamโ€™s markets: aerospace/space, nuclear, medical.)
  • Lead investigations of NDT non-conformances, root-cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions and ensure systemic improvements.
  • Prepare metrics and management reports showing NDT performance, defect trends, inspection cycle times, cost of inspection, scrap/rework due to NDT failures, etc.
  • Support cross-functional teams and groups including but not limited to engineering and production to ensure inspection requirements are integrated early and materials are inspected appropriately and any new manufacturing process changes trigger NDT review.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert for NDT technologies within the high precision exotic metal manufacturing environment. Identify new inspection equipment, methods and capability for NDT growth.
  • Participates in recruiting, hiring, and evaluating performance. Provide constructive feedback to employees.
  • Provide skill development training on proper use of systems and equipment and policies and procedures.
  • Recommend or initiate personnel actions such as hiring, transfers or disciplinary measures.
  • Ensures team and employees work within the safety guidelines.
  • Demonstrates ability to appear for work on time, follow directions from a supervisor, interact well with co-workers, understand and follow work rules and procedures, comply with company policies and procedures, goals and objectives, and accepts constructive feedback.
  • Other duties as assigned, requested or needed.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelorโ€™s degree in related field.
  • Minimum seven (7) yearsโ€™ NDT experience covering multiple methods in a manufacturing or inspection environment or equivalent of education and experience.
  • ASNT Level III (or equivalent) certification in at least one NDT method, multiple method certifications preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Highly analytical and methodical, with strong root cause investigation and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a team.
  • Ability to prioritize and handle workflow.
  • Read and comprehend verbal and written instructions.
  • Working knowledge of NDT qualification standards and methods.
  • Knowledge of and use of statistical control processes.
  • Familiarity with auditing, supplier audits, NADCAP or other industry specific accreditations.

The above statements are intended to describe, in broad terms, the general functions and responsibility levels assigned to this classification. Management has the right to change duties at any time to meet business needs.

Pay Rate: The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type, and length of experience with the industry, education, geographic location, etc.

Veridiam is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Veridiam will recruit, hire, train and promote persons into all jobs without regard to age, race, color, religion, ancestry, medical condition, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran or status as an individual with a disability or any other characteristic or classification protected by law.

Access to our facility (and, therefore, employment) is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents of the United States and properly licensed foreign persons. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment will be required to provide information to determine whether they are subject to these regulations and, if so, to assess their country of chargeability for export control purposes.