Nondestructive Evaluation Engineer – Safeguarding Aerospace IntegrityPDS Tech Commercial Partnering with a Leader in the Aerospace Industry
Location: Berkeley, MO
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (6-Month Assignment)
Schedule: Monday–Friday First Shift: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Pay Rate Starting at: $72.59 per hour
Drive Quality, Safety, and Innovation in AerospacePDS Tech Commercial is seeking a highly skilled Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) Engineer to support a premier aerospace organization in Berkeley, Missouri. In this critical role, you will apply advanced NDE principles to ensure material integrity, regulatory compliance, and product reliability across complex aerospace systems. Your expertise will directly influence safety, affordability, and long-term performance throughout the product lifecycle.
What You’ll DoAs an NDE Engineer, you will work with minimal supervision to evaluate, develop, and qualify materials, processes, and technologies used in aerospace manufacturing and maintenance. Key responsibilities include:
Applying nondestructive evaluation methods such as acoustic, electromagnetic, thermal, optical, and radiologic techniques
Defining and approving requirements for tools, equipment, materials, parts, and processes used in design, manufacturing, and maintenance
Leading development, validation, and qualification of new tools, equipment, materials, parts, and processes
Producing and maintaining technical specifications and documentation to support standardized deployment
Managing supplier qualification activities, including test programs and audits
Ensuring compliance with industry codes, standards, and customer requirements (ASNT, ASTM, AWS, ASME, ISO, etc.)
Conducting complex failure investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective/preventive actions
Evaluating emerging technologies for potential application to business needs
Using project management tools to meet cost, schedule, and technical objectives
Supporting audits and serving as a subject matter expert for NDE-related issues
Providing consultation and technical input to support team strategies and objectives
This is a non-managerial, individual contributor role.
Required QualificationsBachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited institution in engineering, physics, or chemistry
Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, regulated environment
This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.
Preferred Qualifications5 or more years of hands-on NDE/NDT engineering experience in a regulated industry (aerospace, defense, energy, etc.)
Experience with NDE techniques such as ultrasonic testing, radiography, eddy current testing, and penetrant inspection
Strong understanding of materials behavior, stress analysis, and fracture mechanics
Experience working in multidisciplinary teams with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously across different locations
Active or current U.S. Secret Security Clearance (preferred but not required)
Education & Experience Equivalency:
Bachelor’s degree with 9+ years of experience
Master’s degree with 7+ years of experience
PhD with 4+ years of experience
Why Join PDS Tech CommercialAt PDS Tech Commercial, we connect top engineering talent with meaningful opportunities in aerospace and advanced manufacturing. When you join our team, you gain:
Competitive hourly compensation aligned with your expertise
Exposure to advanced aerospace programs and technologies
A collaborative, quality-driven engineering environment
Opportunities to influence innovation, safety, and compliance
Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment
Take the Next Step in Your Engineering CareerIf you are a Nondestructive Evaluation Engineer ready to apply your expertise to complex aerospace challenges, we encourage you to apply today.
Join PDS Tech Commercial and help shape the future of aerospace quality and reliability.
Pay Details: $72.59 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
