Job Title:  Non Destructive Test Engineer (NDT) Level 3

Location: 

Ramsgate, KEN, GB, CT12 5HE

Business Unit:  Maintenance & Repair Europe
Posting Date:  Jun 6, 2025
Job Description: 

Are you an enthusiastic, driven, and hard-working individual who wants to build your career as a NDT Level 3 in an internationally renowned, industry-leading company? This role could be perfect for you.

 

As a Non Destructive Test Engineer (NDT) at our Ramsgate facility, you will be responsible for the NDT inspection of aircraft components, using your experience and eye for detail to make a real contribution towards aviation safety.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Be qualified to EN4179/NAS410 NDT Level 3 in Magnetic Particle and Penetrant Testing.
  • Interpret codes, standards and other contractual documents
  • Assume technical responsibility for the NDT facility and staff.
  • Selecting the NDT method and technique for a specific application.
  • Preparing and verifying the adequacy of procedures in the specified method.
  • Approve NDT procedures and other NDT related work instructions for technical adequacy.
  • Develop training plans and providing the necessary training.
  • Be qualified to EN4179/NAS410 NDT Level 2 in Magnetic Particle and Penetrant Testing
  • Be capable of auditing outside agencies to ensure the requirements of the written practice are met.
  • Carry out daily, weekly and monthly control checks.
  • Help monitor and maintain stock levels of consumables.
  • Maintain the 5S standard required.
  • Ensure quality standards are maintained in accordance with CAA, EASA, FAA and company procedures.
  • Hold a stamp authorising you to sign off work based on your level of competence.
  • Conduct substantiation/validation trials on new NDT consumable products or equipment.
  • Conduct internal audits of the NDT facility.
  • Conduct annual operator proficiency reviews.
  • If required, conduct near vision and colour perception eye tests.
  • Provide technical expertise to NDT Level 1 or 2 personnel with regards to indications/flaws obtained.  

 

What we are looking for

  • EN4179/NAS410 Non Destructive Testing Magnetic Particle Testing Qualification.
  • EN4179/NAS410 Non Destructive Testing Penetrant Testing Qualification.
  • Experience within an aerospace Non Destructive Testing environment.
  • Experience in reading and interpreting manufacturers overhaul and repair manuals.
  • Experience of utilising MT Bench equipment with fluorescent detecting media.
  • Experience of utilising PT Fluorescent water washable and fluorescent post emulsifiable systems.
  • Experience of developing audit checklists applicable to the NDT facility and conducting audits.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all employees and external customers/auditors.
  • Ability to work under pressure.


About AEM:

AEM Limited has been Europe's leading independent overhaul and repair facility for more than 60 years. The company has a solid reputation in the aerospace industry for providing a broad range of services to international and regional airlines, helicopter operators and airframe manufacturers. Conducting business from three sites in the United Kingdom, AEM offers specialist services for in excess of 5,000 components over a variety of aircraft systems with capabilities covering aircraft windings, electrical power, hydraulic components, landing gear and safety equipment. 

 

In 2007 AEM Limited was acquired by AMETEK Inc, a global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices as a unit within AMETEK MRO’s Aerospace and Defense Division, a recognized global provider of third-party MRO services to commercial, regional and general aviation customers as well as military, helicopter and business jet markets

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility.  AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information.