NDT Level III (Aerospace Mobile Composites)

The NDT Level III provides technical leadership and oversight for non-destructive testing activities supporting aerospace manufacturing, MRO, and mobile field operations. This role serves as the subject matter expert for ultrasonic testing (UT) and composite inspections, with full responsibility for procedure development, technical approvals, and compliance with aerospace standards. The Level III ensures inspection integrity, regulatory adherence, and effective support of production and field operations.

• Act as the technical authority for NDT methods, with primary emphasis on Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
• Develop, write, review, and approve NDT procedures, techniques, and work instructions in accordance with NAS 410, ASTM, FAA, and customer aerospace requirements.
• Provide hands-on and remote technical support for mobile and on-site inspections.
• Perform and oversee inspections of aerospace composite materials, including bonded structures and advanced composites.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and codes to ensure proper NDT application.
• Review and evaluate inspection data, perform advanced analysis, and make accept/reject determinations.
• Train, mentor, and technically support NDT Level I and II personnel, including certification oversight.
• Support aerospace production, repair, and MRO environments while maintaining quality and schedule commitments.
• Participate in internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory reviews.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations teams to resolve inspection issues and improve inspection processes.
• Maintain certification records, training documentation, and qualification files.

• NDT Level III certification in Ultrasonic Testing (NAS 410 or equivalent aerospace standard).
• Strong experience supporting mobile and field-based NDT operations.
• Extensiveinspecting aerospace composite materials.
• Proven experience writing, approving, and maintaining NDT procedures and techniques.
• In-depth knowledge of aerospace quality systems and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to travel and support on-site inspection activities.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and leadership skills.

• Multi-method Level III certification (UT required; PT, MT, or RT a plus).
• Experience supporting aerospace OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, or MRO organizations.
• Exposure to advanced UT techniques such as PAUT or TOFD.
• Experience in FAA-regulated environments.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Midland, TX.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $90.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Midland,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.