NDT Technician II (Finance)

For over 65 years, Columbia Helicopters have been a trusted provider of heavy-lift helicopter services. We create new aircraft, fly heavy-lift helicopters around the world, and provide maintenance support to ensure you are mission-ready for critical operations. If you are passionate about aviation, join our Columbia Family !

The NDT Technician II will work under the direct supervision of the Responsible Level III NDT Manager by performing non-destructive testing (NDT) inspections and maintenance functions as an MRO NDT Technician.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Values quality of work, safety and integrity in the workplace
• Utilizes Lean and continuous improvement tools striving to identify and eliminate waste in all its forms in an effort to improve quality and safety, decrease lead time and reduce cost.
• Conduct oneself in accordance with Company's Core Values.
• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 400 hours of documented NDT experience and 32 hours of documented formal training in the Liquid Penetrant (PT) method required
• Minimum 530 hours of documented NDT experience and 32 hours of documented formal training in the Magnetic Particle (MT) method required
• Documented NDT experience and formal training in the Eddy Current (ET) and/or Ultrasonic (UT) method preferred
• Ability to gain and maintain NAS-410 Level 2 certification in Magnetic Particle (MT) and Liquid Penetrant (PT) inspection within 3 months of hire
• Ability to gain and maintain certifications for NAS-410 Eddy Current (ET) and Ultrasonic (UT) inspection within 2 years of hire is preferred
• Familiarity with NADCAP and AS9100/AS9110 quality systems is preferred
• Familiarity with the products and processes associated with aircraft maintenance and manufacturing is preferred
• Certified per FAR Part 65 and Able to obtain maintenance release and inspection authorizations within six months of on-the-job training learning CHI parts and processes
• Ability to understand repair station procedures, quality management system procedures (maintenance and manufacturing) and associated federal aviation regulations
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, and have a valid Driver's License
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work overtime and/or weekends as assigned, dependent on production needs
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)