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Quality Technician (NDT Lvl 2)

APPLIED COMPOSITES INC
Brea, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/22/2026

Applied Composites is seeking an NDT Technician II that conducts ultrasonic tests on fabricated composite parts (laminate & sandwich construction) and products to identify discontinuities.

About AC: Come and join the Applied Composites team. We are a leading provider of complex composite components, assemblies, engineering and tooling to the aerospace, defense and space system markets. Our employees are treated with respect and given the support, knowledge, and resources they need to thrive. If you are looking for a company that values and develops its employees while offering engaging work, Applied Composites may be the place for you. 
 
 Job Accountabilities:

  • Reviews work orders, test procedure sheets, and product acceptance criteria to determine test specifications.
  • Calibrates and adjusts ultrasonic test equipment to required standards and settings, applying knowledge of ultrasonic testing procedures.
  • Sprays couplet (light oil which acts as a medium) or other liquid over part to be tested, moves transducer over part to be tested, and observes CRT (cathode ray tube) screen to detect patterns of discontinuity, such as cracks, inclusions, bonding defects, or porosity.
  • Marks defective areas of part or product and prepares report of test findings.
  • May set up and operate computerized inspection equipment.

Job Requirements:

  • High School
  • Ultrasonic Inspector Level III Certificate
  • Experience in composite UT-NDI Testing (3 – 5 yrs).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Formal computer skills training (MS Word, access, Outlook & Project)
  • A-Scan, (Pulse Echo), C-Scan, (Pulse Echo & Through Transmission

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and others as necessary
  • Ability to work alone with minimum supervision and with others in a team environment
  • Standing for long periods of time
  • Crouching, kneeling, bending, and reaching
  • Close vision, color, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to focus
  • Hearing sounds and communication
  • Handling, grasping, and operating tools and equipment
  • Ability to lift up to 25-50 pounds


 Job Specifications:

Education:  Requires a High School Diploma/GED or combination of relevant education and work experience may be substituted to meet educational requirements only
Years' Experience: 8 (plus) years of relevant experience
Skills:

  • Expert level experience using Laser Trackers (Leica, Faro and API), PCMM's (Romer and Faro arms), 3D Laser scanners and Total Stations
  • Expert level knowledge of Computer Aided Measuring software (Verisurf, Polyworks, Spatial Analyzer, Buildit etc.)
  • Experience with Microsoft products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)
  • Expert level knowledge in blueprint reading and GD&T
  • Solid knowledge of 3D CAD
  • Knowledge in aerospace tooling, composites manufacturing and assembly

Benefits:
 
 At Applied Composites, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, tuition reimbursement and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

AC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled - Affirmative Action Employer.

This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

 


Day / Overtime as needed.

Salary : $35 - $40

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