Nondestructive Test (NDT) Development Specialist (Experienced or Senior)

Nondestructive Test (NDT) Development Specialist (Experienced or Senior)

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Nondestructive Test (NDT) Technician Development Specialist (Experienced or Senior) to join our Quality Organization in St. Louis, Missouri! 

Are you passionate about helping others?  Do you enjoy teaching? Join our dynamic and supportive Quality team! This is an exciting opportunity to help build and maintain our pipeline of NDT Certified personnel within the BDS Quality Organization. In this Development Specialist role, you will be a partner in leading NDT skill development and collaborate with externally to help develop and enhance NDT training curriculum.

You will play a key role in promoting NDT careers by representing Boeing at local high school career fairs and NDT industry conferences, helping to raise awareness of NDT opportunities and attract future talent. Additionally, as needed, you may provide hands-on NDT surge support to meet fluctuating production demands.

This position offers a unique blend of technical expertise, talent development, and community engagement to drive both immediate and long-term business impact.

Employees will be required to obtain Boeing NDT certification and pass a vision exam. Failure to achieve or maintain certification requirements may lead to termination of employment. 

Work Environment:

• May be exposed to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, smoke (not over OSHA permissible exposure levels).
• Safety training and equipment are provided by Boeing in accordance with applicable laws, industry standards, and company policies.
• Will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) applicable to the testing method being used.
• Able and willing to stand 90% of the time, stoop, bend, stretch, and engage in awkward positioning.
• Able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Position Responsibilities: 

• Lead and coach employees on detailed NDT inspection processes, testing techniques, and standards
• Operate and coach the proper use of NDT test equipment (e.g. C-Scan, A-Scan), and other relevant technologies used in the NDT inspection process
• Support onboarding and Structured On-the-Job Training (SOJT) for new hires, partnering with NDT Managers and trainers to accelerate team readiness
• Conduct regular assessments of NDT skill and development capacity health, culture, and effectiveness to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities
• Deliver impactful 1:1 and group coaching sessions on the production floor and in classroom settings
• Mentor and develop NDT talent to foster continuous learning and professional growth.
• Collaborate with BDS NDT leaders, NDT Level III personnel, and trainers to align development strategies and drive adoption of best practices
• Drive measurable business impact through improved inspection accuracy, reduced rework, enhanced throughput, and strengthened compliance
• Collaborate with external technical schools and training providers to help build and enhance NDT curriculum
• Represent Boeing at local career fairs and industry conferences to promote NDT career opportunities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to influence and motivate teams

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current or previous (last 2 years) Level II NDT certification in Radiography (RT)
• 5 or more years of experience conducting NDT certification preparation training, providing necessary guidance and/or supervision to Trainees and Level I NDT certified personnel
• 5 or more years of experience coaching and mentoring less experienced employees
• 3 or more years experience working with Microsoft Office Products like Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): 

• More than 10 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Level III NDT certification in RT
• Experience in Computed Tomography (CT) NDT
• Formalized NDT Training including Level III Certification equivalent to ASNT / NAS410 Standards and/or military equivalent training and experience
• 7 or more years of formalized NDT Training including Level II Certification in minimum of UT and RT methods equivalent to ASNT / NAS410 Standards and/or military equivalent training and experience
• 5 or more years of experience in MT, PT, and ET methods equivalent to CP105 / NAS410 Standards and/or military equivalent training and experience

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Shift:

This role may be on first, second or third shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives. Shift differential may be available when on 2nd/3rd shift.

Travel:

This position may require up to 15% travel.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for experienced level (Level 3): USD $88,000 -$112,000

Summary pay range for senior level (Level 4): USD $103,400 - $131,600

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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