What are the responsibilities and job description for the NDT Technician - Level II position at Carson Helicopters Inc?
**Job Title: NDT Technician -- Level II (Aerospace MRO)**
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- Location:** Perkasie, PA **Department:** Quality / MRO
- About Carson Helicopters** Carson Helicopters is a premier aviation MRO and manufacturing facility specializing in legacy aircraft. We combine extensive machine shop capabilities with advanced composite manufacturing to keep critical heavy-lift fleets flying. We are currently internalizing our Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) processes and looking for a lead technician to anchor this department.
- Position Summary** We are seeking a certified **NAS 410 Level II Technician** to perform inspections on rotary-wing dynamic components. This is a hands-on role. You will be responsible for the daily processing of steel and aluminum components (gearboxes, rotor hubs, spindles) via Magnetic Particle and Liquid Penetrant methods.
- **Primary Inspection:** Set up, process, and evaluate parts using **Magnetic Particle (MT)** and **Liquid Penetrant (PT)** methods in accordance with NAS 410 and OEM technical data.
- **Process Control:** Perform daily system performance checks (lighting, amperage, concentration) on the Mag Particle bench and Penetrant line.
- **Documentation:** Accurately record test results and generate non-conformance reports for failed parts.
- **Department Growth:** Assist leadership in maintaining the internal NDT line, managing chemical inventory, and preparing for audits (FAA/Customer).
- **Certification:** Current or previous certification as **NAS 410 Level II** in:
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- - **Magnetic Particle (MT)**
- **Liquid Penetrant (PT)**
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- **Experience:** Minimum 3--5 years of NDT experience in an aerospace maintenance or manufacturing environment.
- **Documentation:** Must be able to provide documentation of prior training hours and OJT (On-the-Job Training) hours for recertification.
- **Physical:** Ability to lift/maneuver heavy aircraft components (up to 50 lbs) and stand for extended periods.
- **Vision:** Must pass Jaeger 1 (near vision) and Color Perception eye exams.
- Experience with **Eddy Current (ET)** or **Ultrasonic (UT)** is a plus, but not required for daily duties.
- Experience working in a machine shop or heavy industrial MRO environment.
- The Ideal Candidate** You are a "gearhead" who takes pride in finding the smallest defect in a critical flight component. You are comfortable getting your hands dirty in a wet-bench environment and prefer active shop work over sitting at a desk. You are looking for a stable, long-term home where you can manage your own workflow.
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