Fluorescent Penetrant Inspector - PT

Astronics-PECO, located in Clackamas, Oregon, designs and manufactures highly engineered commercial aerospace interior components and systems for the aerospace industry. We specialize in Passenger Service Units (PSUs) which incorporate air handling, emergency oxygen, electrical power management and cabin lighting systems. We also manufacture a wide range of fuel tank access doors that meet stringent strength, fuel sealing and anti-corrosion requirements.

We are adding an NDT Level 2 Inspector to our Quality team to identify and evaluate defects in castings made detectable through the application of fluorescent penetrant. To be successful in this role you will need current Level 2 Penetrant Inspection certification, sharp visual inspection skills, and the ability to accurately evaluate castings for acceptance, salvage, or scrap.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Visually inspects die castings under ultraviolet light for surface discontinuities
• Inspects castings for cracks, oxides, cold shots, cold shuts, shrinkage, dirt, and other types of indications per work instructions, specifications, blueprints, and job order requirements
• Applies fluorescent penetrant liquid to castings as needed for spot checks
• Analyzes inspection results and evaluates castings for acceptance or rework
• Establishes or adjust work priorities to meet production schedules.
• Completes required forms and maintains records accurately.
• Operates micrometer, dial and digital calipers, veneer and thread gauges, go/no-go pins and other measuring tools and equipment.
• Attends Quality Manual Standards Training and applies Quality Standard accordingly.
• Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Performs other tasks as directed, including line operations
• Reports consistently to work and is on time.  Able to work an eight-hour shift and overtime as needed.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experiences:

• High School Graduation or equivalent
• Current Level 2 Penetrant Inspection Certification preferred
• Level 1 Penetrant Inspection Certification, or an equivalent combination of classroom training and work experience required
• Ability to pass the Jaeger 1 eye test, and color vision test
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations where standardization exists
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, length, area, circumference, and volume

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to life and/or move up to 60 pounds Specific vision abilities required by this job include natural or corrected near vision (Jaeger 1 test), color vision, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to work in difficult conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, temperature extremes, and other elements for extended periods of time. The employee may be required to work with hazardous waste. Appropriate PPE, including UV eye protection, is required to when performing penetrant inspection activities. 

Employment Eligibility Requirements:

This position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws. Employment is contingent upon the employee’s authorization to access such items under applicable law. The company does not guarantee and is under no obligation to seek such authorization if it would be necessary.

An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background and drug screening (including cannabis). Applicants who do not successfully pass both the drug and background screenings will not be considered for employment.

Accommodation Requests:

Astronics PECO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected] or call: 503-387-6045. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.