With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advanced lightweight composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and engineered core and composite structures. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices, and R&D centers around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within.”
Hexcel is currently seeking a NDT Level 2 Technician for our Kent, WA, USA location. The NDT Level 2 Technician will be responsible for performing ultrasonic testing of composite structures. The technician will perform testing per established written customer specifications and Hexcel ultrasonic techniques and procedures.
Summary pay range: $48,350 - $86,000 annual salary. This role is non-exempt.
The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:
- Ability to set up and calibrate equipment, conduct tests, and to interpret, evaluates, and document results, in accordance with written techniques and procedures.
- Organize and document inspection results and use the applicable specifications, codes, standards and other contract documents to prepare procedures and techniques for Level III approval.
- Requires operation of portable ultrasonic flaw detection equipment for through transmission and pulse-echo methods.
- Requires utilization of automated scanning systems such as AUSS, and MAUS. Experience with phased array a plus.
- Capability to clamp and fixture parts, operate systems, and evaluate data.
- Characterize indications and record results in a fast-paced, high production environment.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma required.
- Minimum of 2 years' relevant NDT experience. A combination of NDT experience and a technical degree in NDT will be considered.
- Documented proof of previous or current Ultrasonic Level II certification.
- Ultrasonic inspection experience in composites is highly preferred.
- Must be qualified for certification in accordance with NAS410.
- Experience working with portable ultrasonic flaw detection equipment for through transmission and pulse-echo methods.
- Experience using automated scanning systems such as AUSS, and MAUS. Experience with phased array a plus.
- Intermediate Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Must be able to work swing or night shift.
- Lift 30 pounds without assistance.
Eligible candidates must be a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum.
Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.
Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.
Skills Required
- High School Diploma
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant NDT experience, or an equivalent combination of NDT experience and a technical degree in NDT
- Documented proof of previous or current Ultrasonic Level II certification
- Ultrasonic inspection experience in composites
- Qualified for certification in accordance with NAS410
- Experience with portable ultrasonic flaw detection equipment using through-transmission and pulse-echo methods
- Experience using automated scanning systems such as AUSS and MAUS
- Experience with phased array
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to work swing or night shift
- Ability to lift 30 pounds without assistance
- Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, qualifying temporary resident, refugee, or person granted asylum
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