Senior Non-Destructive (NDT) Technician

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security has an exciting opportunity for a Senior NDT Quality Test Specialist to join the Quality team in Mesa, AZ!

This position will be working in a dynamic team supportive team within Air Dominance Proprietary within a shop floor environment using automated and traditional systems, evaluating collected data, making accept/reject decisions. Ideal candidates will have the ability to interpret blueprint requirements and have the capability of supporting and/or developing inspection procedures. Successful candidates will have experience in NAS410 standard, be an effective communicator, and be able to work across multiple diverse functions, including partnering with engineering teams.

This position requires the candidate to hold current or recently current (within the last 18 months) NAS410 NDT certification Level III in a minimum of one of the following methods: Ultrasonic (UT) or Radiography (RT).

Employees will be required to obtain a minimum of Level II certification in UT or RT method.  Failure to achieve or maintain the required certifications may lead to termination of employment.

Position Responsibilities:

• Advises on advanced technology in non-destructive instrumentation and inspection principles, processes and techniques.
• Guides implementation of advanced inspection or test techniques.
• Develops innovative test processes and equipment.
• Consults suppliers and customers to resolve technical issues involving tests, processes and equipment.
• Develops principles and methods for analyzing test, inspection or statistical data.
• Consults on corrective action to resolve process or product anomalies.
• Participates on enterprise and industry teams to influence the standardization and regulation of training and certification requirements.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Currently hold or previously held (last 18 months) NAS410 Certified Level III in Ultrasonic (UT) or Radiographic (RT) method

• More than 3 years of experience working with Microsoft Office Products like Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word

• More than 5 years of experience in NDI (non-destructive inspection) or NDT (non-destructive test)

• More than 3 years of experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, technical publications and/or specifications

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing or manufacturing support

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Current or recently held (in the last 18 months) NAS410 Certified Level III in one or more NDT methods (Radiography (RT), Eddy Current (ET), Penetrant Testing (PT), Magnetic Particle (MT)

• More than 3 years of experience with aerospace Non-Destructive Testing

• More than 3 years of experience performing Non-Destructive Testing on composite parts

• Experience working with AS9100 and/or similar QMS standard

• Current or recently held (in the last 18 months) NAS410 Certified Level III in UT or RT method

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Travel:

This position may require travel up to 10% of the time.

Shift:

This position may involve variable shifts, including first, second, and third shifts as required by business conditions

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: USD 102,300 - 130,200

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 31, 2025

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for variable shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.