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Job Summary

This position manages the Non-Destructive Test (NDT) areas and personnel. The primary focus for this position is to ensure high quality inspections are achieved to support production schedule; to share NDT knowledge, experience, and mentor the NDT personnel; to ensure a healthy and safe work environment is maintained and perform the duties of the Responsible NDT Level III.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise all NDT personnel and report directly to the Director of Quality.           
• Coordinate job assignments, distribute and prioritize inspection activities in all NDT operating areas.
• Ensure new hire training is provided, and continuous training is maintained for new certification to be recommended.
• Effectively evaluate quality of work for each NDT personnel.
• Perform scheduled performance evaluation for all NDT personnel.
• Maintain timecards/labor reporting, vacation approval and attendance records for NDT personnel.
• Responsible for production priorities, coordination, and reporting.
• Attend company safety meetings and conduct departmental meetings related to safety.
• Conduct job interviews for new candidates and provide hiring recommendations.
• Monitor and control departmental costs and report the results to QA management.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained, operating properly, calibrated, and safe.
• Ensure cross training of NDT personnel is completed and assessments of training effectiveness are performed as specified.
• Ensure all applicable procedures are up to date and being followed.
• Interface with customer representatives and Auditors during audits and external activities as required.
• Ensure continuous improvements through mentoring and providing performance feedback from direct reports.
• Interface with third-party, Registrar, and PRI Auditors and support all audit activities.
• Write and review inspection analysis, reports, and procedures as required.
• Communicate planning and expectation requirements to direct reports.
• Perform Responsible NDT Level III duties and responsibilities as required by company and industry requirements.
• Perform NDT evaluations on production hardware, as necessary, to support manufacturing and delivery schedules.
• Develop and identify new methods of inspection, equipment, and training needed to support future growth and to improve department efficiency.
• Undertake other assignment as specified by the Director of Quality Assurance.
• Perform employee evaluations annually or as needed based on performance.
• This job description is not all inclusive of all duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM Discipline
• Current certifications as an NDT Level III for FPI and RT; other certifications are a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a supervisory role, preferably in Quality and NDT.
• Background shall include a minimum of 5 years of experience in inspecting hardware, using NDT techniques, procedures, and equipment in the Aerospace industry.
• Strong leadership, analytical, organizational, problem solving, and interpersonal skills required.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Demonstrate ability to perform NDT inspections and interpret results.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, such as ASTM E 1417, ASTM E 1742, AIA NAS410 and other prime OEM specifications and industry standards. 
• Effective oral and written communication/presentation skills.
• Experience using NDT techniques, procedures, and equipment in the Aerospace industry.
• Strong computer skills with working knowledge of business software such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Promote positive employee relations within the NDT team and with other departments.
• Possesses sound judgment, decision making skills and ethics.

Supervisor/Manager Responsibilities

• Ability to oversee direct reports so that work and goals are met efficiently.
• Conducts employee reviews and performance appraisals.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lift up to 35 lbs.
• Push and pull 35 lbs.
• Bend Occasionally
• Sit, Stand, and Walk Frequently
• Talk and Listen Frequently
• Frequent Use of Computer Monitor

Special Requirements

FAA-safety sensitive. Subject to a pre-employment drug screening for Marijuana (THC metabolite), Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP); then random screenings for alcohol, Marijuana (THC metabolite), Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP) after hire.

Limitations and Disclaimer

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.  Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment and the content is subject to be changed, modified, or deleted at the discretion of the Company.  In compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990, the Company will make reasonable accommodations with those individuals with a disability as defined by the ADA.