NDE Inspector - 3rd Shift

Job Title

Perform a variety of physical and chemical inspections including; chemical clean, fluorescent penetrate, white light (visual), and magnified inspections on all types of rotating parts and assemblies. Handle parts, perform close inspections, denote non-conformances and document and reject parts as required. Prepare and/or check inspection solutions and agents, clean parts before and after inspection, operate all related inspection equipment and material handling devices.

About GE Aerospace

Are you ready to elevate your future? You'll be warmly welcomed at GE Aerospace where we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You'll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. You'll learn and achieve as part of an on-going LEAN transformation. And, most importantly, you'll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world.

Working at our Wilmington Facility

For more than 22 years our manufacturing facilities in Wilmington have helped fuel the growth and success of GE Aerospace. With 600,000 sq2 of manufacturing space and an advanced mix of 300+ CNC machines/ 21 special processes we're producing high quality rotating parts for commercial and military aircraft engines. When GE Aerospace introduces advanced new technologies like the LEAP and 9x Engines, our team has outstanding opportunities to contribute.

The parts and components we manufacture include Blisks, Small Spools, Welded Spools, CFM HPT Disks, and a variety of large parts that can be found in a wide range of today and tomorrow's high-performance engines. We're the career home of 500+ employees who seek purpose and challenge in their careers. People just like you.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform both physical and chemical inspections including: macro etch, chemical clean, fluorescent penetrant, white light (visual), and magnified inspections on all types of parts, assemblies and tools.
• Inspect, evaluate and document process results.
• Maintain system chemicals at proper levels.
• Test and evaluate control panels as required.
• Clean parts before/after inspection.
• Load/unload various parts using stacker/lifting device.
• Operate large parts FPI/Clean Room.
• Obtain and maintain level II Certification.
• Pass and maintain current eye exam to Jaeger requirements.
• Train new operators as required.
• May do minor maintenance.
• Continuous visual concentration is necessary to inspect, evaluate and document.
• Operator required to receive 400 hours of mandatory training and pass certification exams.

Working Conditions

• Chemically intense environment including; emulsifiers, acids, liquid penetrants, fine powder developers, compressed air, heating elements, and high pressure steam. Safety glasses required and sometimes face shields required. This is also a hearing conservation area, with ear protection recommended.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprint and engineering drawings and be able to document non-conformances.
• Must have previous, documented Fluorescent Penetrant experience.
• Must have basic shop math with the ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide and calculate fractions and decimals.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must be able to push, pull or lift parts up to 50 lbs. utilizing proper ergonomic procedures.
• Operator is required to stand 90% of the time, stooping, bending, and stretching is also necessary to complete inspections.

Desired Characteristics

• Prior certification and/or documented training in Fluorescent Penetrant Testing in accordance with NAS-410 or T049.
• Associate degree in Machining Technology or equivalent degree.
• Prior Aircraft Engines operations experience.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively.