NDT Tech Apprentice

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. Entry level position. Strong science and computer aptitude required. Essential communication skills, including read, write, speak and understand English language, listening and computer skills required.. Other Formal documented NDT training preferred.

Position Purpose:

This is an entry level position in which the individual will be trained, qualified and certified in the Nondestructive Testing of aircraft components. In a team environment, under direct observation of level 2 or 3 NDT personnel, to complete and finalize experience hour requirement for each NDT method used at Gulfstream. Upon completion of experience hour requirements in a method the individual will certify as a Level 1 and/or Level 2 in that method.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

1. Under direct observation of Level 2 or 3 personnel, observe proper NDT inspection methodology to Gulfstream internal practices and procedures.
2. Assist in recording inspection records in inspection logs, Solumina, SAP, or other inspection systems .
3. Team support of NDT inspections performed within Gulfstream .
4. Assist in the cleaning, maintenance and calibration of equipment .
5. Assist in maintaining equipment inventory and assisting with 6S of the NDT areas .
6. Assist in the interpretation of Engineering drawings/requirements and support Level 2 or Level 3’s in determination of inspection requirements .
7. Strong verbal and written communication skills .
8. Assist in generating technical presentations utilizing sound computer skills .

Additional Functions:

1. Must be available to work any shift. .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

1. Must be able to enroll at a technical college or other NDT school as designated.
2. Must be able to read a scale and perform basic shop math.
3. Read and comprehend basic documents and instructions.
4. Must have essential personal skills.
5. Must demonstrate good housekeeping and safety practices.
6. Proficiency in current personal computer-based software.
7. Must be able to lift and transport objects up to 40 pounds.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.