NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING TECHNICIAN

• Non-destructive testing (NDT) technicians test surface or core materials for flaws that could affect their safety or effectiveness, and/or more generally the compliance of the part with its intended purpose, without causing damage. NDT uses a range of techniques, including electromagnetic (eddy current) inspection, magnetic particle inspection (MPI), liquid penetrant testing, acoustic emission testing, radiography and X-ray computer tomography.

• The job involves the handling of chemicals and radioactive sources, along with the use of waveform generators and other specialized equipment.

• NDT technician certification is valid for five years. Technicians may work alone on-site on a shift basis (mornings, afternoons and nights), as well as off-site («on-wing» servicing). They are responsible for verifying the quality of the materials used in a part. They provide valuable technical support for production teams.

• Non-destructive testing is a critical component of quality assurance for parts.

• You will contribute to cost reduction and quality improvement efforts.

Job description Qualifications

• Vocational high-school

diploma in industrial sheet

metal work, followed by

a vocational certificate

• Scientific or technology

high-school certificate,

followed by a vocational

certificate or bachelors degree

• Formal certification is required

to work in NDT.

This can be obtained through

continuous training.

Training is provided by Safran Aircraft Engines/Safran and/or by approved training centers.

Certification is valid for five years.

MANUFACTURE

• A thorough approach, good written communication skills, an eye for detail, and an inquisitive mind are all essential for the job. You also need to have a solid understanding of materials structures.

• Your role on the operational side calls for creativity and imagination and a thorough understanding of health, safety and environmental issues.

Skills 

Benefits

• There is demand across

industry for qualified and

certified NDT technicians.

• Depending on your level

of certification, you may be

able to move to other areas

of inspection.

• As you gain more

experience, you may be

able to move into

supervisory jobs or join

support functions such

as Methods or Quality.

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Apply online:

www.safran-talent.com

MANUFACTURE