(Aerospace | 10–14 Years Experience)
The Advanced Mechanical Design Engineer – NDT is responsible for executing and supporting Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) activities within aerospace programs, ensuring product integrity, regulatory compliance, and process robustness.
This role combines strong technical expertise in NDT methods with mechanical design, materials engineering, and special process knowledge. The engineer drives inspection planning, supports production and failure analysis, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Perform and support NDT inspections using:
- Penetrant Testing (PT)
- Magnetic Particle Inspection (MT)
- Radiographic Testing (RT)
- Digital Radiographic Testing (DXR)
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
- Eddy Current (ET)
- Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and process documents to define inspection requirements
- Provide technical clarification for all NDT related query to internal & external parties.
- Develop and review NDT procedures, work instructions, and acceptance criteria in compliance with Honeywell specification and international standards (ASTM, AWS, etc.)
- Collaborate with:
- Design teams to provide input on inspectability and failure risks
- Manufacturing teams to improve process quality
- Quality teams for root cause analysis and corrective actions
- Support audits (internal/external) and ensure compliance with Honeywell requirements
- Train and guide junior technicians and inspectors
- Support failure analysis and defect investigations using NDT techniques
- Assist in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
- Interface with cross-functional teams:
- Design engineering
- Materials engineering
- Manufacturing and quality teams
- Support disposition of non-conforming materials.
- Contribute to development and improvement of:
- NDT procedures and techniques
- Inspection plans and acceptance criteria
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process capability and efficiency
- Support implementation of process changes with proper approvals
- Automation in NDT / digital inspection tools
- Data analytics or AI-based defect recognition
- Support qualification and certification of NDT personnel.
- Assist in training programs and knowledge sharing within the team.
- Ensure awareness of latest standards, specifications, and process updates
- Bachelor’s degree in:
- Mechanical Engineering / Materials Engineering / Metallurgy (or related field)
- 10–14 years of experience in aerospace NDT or special processes
- NDT Certification (Level III preferred) in relevant methods in accordance with NAS410/EN4179 or ASNT.
- Hands-on experience with documented on-job training records in multiple NDT methods (RT, PT, MT, UT, ET,)
- Strong technical foundation in NDT and inspection technologies
- Base knowledge on manufacturing technology like (Casting, Machining, welding, heat treatment, surface treatment, etc.)
- Process discipline and quality mindset
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Continuous learning and adaptability
- Individual Contributor – Advanced Professional
- Contribute independently with guidance on complex problems
- Supports senior engineers / SMEs / Level II personnel
- Plays a critical role in ensuring product quality and compliance
- Aerospace engineering and manufacturing environment
- Interaction with labs, suppliers, and production floor
- Participation in audits, technical reviews, and cross-functional discussions
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, or related field
- 10-14 years of experience in aerospace NDT or special processes
- NDT Certification (Level III preferred) in relevant methods per NAS410/EN4179 or ASNT
- Hands-on experience and documented on-job training records in multiple NDT methods (RT, PT, MT, UT, ET)
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes (casting, machining, welding, heat treatment, surface treatment)
- Experience developing/reviewing NDT procedures and ensuring compliance with standards (ASTM, AWS, Honeywell specs)
- Experience in failure analysis, root cause investigation, and disposition of non-conforming materials
- Experience or involvement with NDT automation, digital inspection tools, or data/AI-based defect recognition
The Aerospace Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) plan provides a company‑paid contribution of 8–12% based on years of service with immediate eligibility and vesting, and eligible employees can access retiree medical benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off includes 15 vacation days (rising to 20 after five years), nine paid holidays, and unlimited sick time for exempt employees with accruals for non‑exempt staff.
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Flexible Benefits — Flexible work models include a 9/80 schedule with alternating Fridays off, supported by backup care services, an EAP, relocation assistance, and home‑office stipends where applicable.
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What We Do
The space enterprise has been transformed by rapid change and growth. New vehicles for national security space, a more rapid launch cadence, proliferated satellite constellations, the pursuit of interplanetary exploration, and thriving commercial ventures are changing the nature of the space industry. The Aerospace Corporation (Aerospace) is a leading architect for U.S. space programs, shaping efforts to outpace threats to our national security while cultivating the technologies needed to further this new era of space commercialization and exploration. Aerospace works across the space enterprise in service of the public interest. In addition to supporting the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community, our customers include NASA, NOAA, numerous federal agencies, and commercial space — all of whom benefit from our deep technical knowledge. We only pursue business related to the space mission and complementary fields, operating as the nation’s trusted partner to solve the toughest challenges and develop reliable and innovative technologies. Innovation in space occurs when people have the freedom to imagine and do. At Aerospace, we take pride in our readiness to solve some of the most complex challenges in the space enterprise.
Why Work With Us
We are a non-profit corporation chartered by the government to work on the hardest problems in space. We employ technical experts in every discipline of space-related science and engineering who touch every part of the US space program. Come join us as we make an impact bigger than ourselves.
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