Army Aviation Non-Destructive Inspector 2 - Erbil, Iraq

The Non-Destruction Inspection Technician (NDI) II inspects aerospace weapon systems components and support equipment for structural integrity using nondestructive inspection methods and performs fluid analysis. Determine test method and prepare fluids and parts for nondestructive inspection. Interpret nondestructive inspection test results and provide information about defects to repair center. Analyze wear metal content reports on engine lubricating oil and other fluids and recommend corrective action. Establish radiation areas for radiographic operations. Compute and monitor personal exposure areas for radiographic operations, and monitor personnel exposure data. Perform nondestructive inspection on structures, components, and systems. Detect flaws such as cracks, delamination’s, voids, processing defects, and heat damage using penetrate testing, eddy current, magnetic particle, radiographic, optical, and ultrasonic test equipment. Determine metallurgical information of components according to alloy, temper, conductivity, and associated factors. Operate, maintain, and inspect nondestructive equipment. Perform operator maintenance and service inspections on shop equipment and tools. Ensure lock out and tag out procedures are accomplished prior to maintenance on equipment. Perform silver recovery functions. Handle and dispose of hazardous waste and materials. Perform other qualified duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required. U.S. military technical school or specialized training course is desired, certification of education level is required. Completion of a initial Non Destructive Inspection Level II training Course and current basic qualification. Three (3) or more years’ experience as an aviation inspector and a minimum of one year experience on the assigned(MDS) airframe . (UH60, AH64, CH47 ) Shall be trained and qualified per NAS 410 or ASNT-CP-189 to the level assigned. Must be in possession of a U.S. Passport with 3 years of validity remaining at the time of hire and be able to travel internationally. Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance, NAC-I T1 Public Trust. ** US Citizenship is required to obtain a T1/CAC NACI Clearance. Able to clear CENTCOM Medical requirements for deployment. Ability to obtain and maintain Iraq Visa Knowledge & Skills Previous experience in the maintenance, modification and repair of tactical aircraft systems of the type being serviced and their associated components (UH60, AH64, CH47). Have the skills and knowledge to set up and standardize equipment, conduct tests, interpret and evaluate for acceptance or rejection, and document. Thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the technique/method in which they are certified. Capable of providing the necessary guidance and supervision to trainers and Level I personnel in the technique/method in which they are certified. Familiar with the codes, standards, and other contractual documents