Qualification Standards:
During the last five (5) years, must have a minimum of three (3) years recent aircraft and component non-destructive inspection experience in inspection techniques such as eddy current, fluorescent penetrant, magnetic particle and ultrasound, and at a minimum meet NAS 410 Level II certification requirements.
A working knowledge of aircraft, engine and aviation related support equipment. Will work with other shops to meet their requirements.
Familiarization with COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 Series and other applicable Navy instructions, Maintenance Instruction Manuals (MIMs), Illustrated Parts Breakdown (IPBs), manufacturer's manuals and company instructions, Quality Management Systems defined by ISO Standards.
Maintain knowledge of material safety data sheet and applicable safety precautions.
Must have a valid state operator's license and be able to pass the Government licensing requirements.
Must be knowledgeable in handling and disposing of hazardous material/waste.
Must be able to read, speak, write legibly and understand the English language.
May be required to become Aircraft and Support Equipment Wheel and Tire qualified and certified.
Must be able to provide the following documents before hire:
•Original NDI certification documentation
•Total inspection hours performed for each method, and
•Any other certification for methods
As a government contractor, Vertex Aerospace requires all employees to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment in accordance with Executive Order 14042. Exceptions to this policy are granted on a case-by-case basis for those that request a religious or medical accommodation. A vaccination status form and proof of vaccination, if applicable, is required.
Physical Demands:
This classification activity is usually accomplished in a hangar and shop environment and as such requires the scope of physical movements and postures normally associated with bending, stooping and climbing ladders. May be required to lift objects whose weight normally will not exceed 50 pounds. Special vision abilities required to perform this job are close vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus.
Work Environment:
The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, to an environment where inclement weather may subject individual to changes in temperature and weather. May be required to work in areas where high noise hazards prevail. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. May be exposed to electrical shock hazards.
Licensing/Certification Requirements:
The following must be obtained upon hire:
•NDI Level II or greater
•Formal or Specialized Training/Equivalent
•Valid State Driver's License
The following must be obtained within 6 months of the start date
•Hazardous Waste Communications Training
•FOD and TCP Awareness Trained
•Security Clearance Awareness Training
•COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 Program Awareness
•ISO 9001-2000 Program Awareness
•NALCOMIS Trained
•Ground Support Operator Certified
•Tire and Wheel Certification #
•Operational Risk Management (ORM) Training
•Collateral Duty Inspector (may be required) #