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JOB TITLE: MP&P Engineer 3 - NDE/Measurement Systems
LOCATION: Mesa, AZ
PAY RATE: $74/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

• Clearance: Ability to obtain required security clearance

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Review, interpret, and evaluate ultrasonic and other NDT inspection results

• Design and develop reference standards for inspections

• Develop NDT inspection plans, sequencing, and methodologies

• Review and approve internal and supplier inspection techniques

• Develop, qualify, and validate NDT inspections and inspection equipment

• Maintain proficiency in applicable NDE methods, including Ultrasonics (UT), Radiography (RT), Eddy Current (ET), Magnetic Particle (MT), and Liquid Penetrant (PT)

• Define requirements for tools, equipment, materials, parts, and processes used in product design, manufacturing, and maintenance

• Draft and maintain engineering specifications and technical documentation

• Collaborate across engineering teams to align on inspection requirements, feasibility, design-for-inspection, method selection, and data interpretation

• Support certification and qualification of NDE equipment and processes

• Assist NDE specialists with development, qualification, deployment, standardization, documentation, and training of new inspection processes (e.g., Gauge R&R, PODs)

• Support root cause and corrective action efforts related to NDT/MRB issues to reduce rework and improve inspection effectiveness

• Evaluate and support implementation of emerging NDT technologies for new and existing programs

• Compile reports documenting evaluations, results, interpretations, and new procedures

• Develop and maintain computer-based and production systems to meet user requirements

• Apply project management tools to meet cost, technical, and schedule objectives

• Work independently with mentorship from senior NDE engineers to develop, certify, qualify, and implement NDE technologies

• Ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and export control requirements

• Promote standardization and implement corrective and preventive actions

• Incorporate Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Lean, and Quality principles into processes, procedures, and work environments

Requirements:

• Ability to obtain required security clearance

• Must meet export control compliance requirements as a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, per 22 C.F.R. §120.15)

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree from an accredited institution in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or a related field

• Education and experience typically obtained through advanced technical education and 5+ years of related experience

• ABET accreditation preferred but not required

• 3+ years of experience in Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE/NDT)

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

• ASNT Level II or Level III certification in UT, RT, MT, PT, and/or ET

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences

• Functional knowledge of ultrasonic inspection systems for composites, including manual and automated pulse-echo, through-transmission, pitch-catch, and phased-array techniques

• Functional knowledge of magnetic particle, penetrant, eddy current, and radiographic inspection systems

• Experience developing and fabricating reference standards

• Experience with robotics, 3D modeling, 3D printing, Computed Tomography (CT), and/or Ultrasonic Phased Array

• Experience working in an engineering or scientific laboratory environment

• Proficiency reading engineering drawings and using Microsoft Office tools

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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