NDT Inspector

Job Title: FPI Inspector

Location: Winsted, CT

Per Diem: $1,099 weekly per diem

Pay: $44/hr

Job Description

This role performs fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI) using black light methods on a variety of aerospace parts and castings. The inspector processes parts through all stages of FPI, conducts detailed non-destructive testing, and ensures that all inspections meet strict aerospace-level standards and documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform fluorescent penetrant inspection using Methods A and B with water wash and post-emulsifiable techniques, including both lipophilic and hydrophilic processes.
• Conduct all inspections using black light techniques, with no visible dye inspection, in accordance with established procedures and specifications.
• Rotate between multiple FPI booths and carry out the full process, including part processing, application of penetrant, dwell, wash, emulsification, development, and drying.
• Read and interpret indications on parts under black light, evaluate acceptability, and make pass/fail determinations based on applicable standards and specifications.
• Perform visual and final inspection of parts to verify quality and compliance before release.
• Operate and monitor power wash equipment and other related FPI processing equipment safely and effectively.
• Follow all non-destructive testing (NDT) procedures, written practices, and customer specifications, including those aligned with NAS-410 requirements.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, certification documentation, and examination results as required by NDT standards and internal procedures.
• Ensure all required NDT certification, training, and eye examination documentation remains current and properly signed by the appropriate Level 3 authority.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment, support colleagues in rotating through booths, and help maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Adhere to safety protocols and quality standards while working on a standard manufacturing and production floor.
• Support overtime needs, including working extended shifts as required once training is complete and sign-off to work independently is obtained.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI) experience in a production or NDT environment.
• Current or recent NDT Level II certification in FPI, with documentation signed by a certifying Level 3.
• Practical experience with Method A (water wash) and Method D (post-emulsification/hydrophilic) FPI processes.
• Ability to perform all-black-light inspection with no visible dye, including reading and evaluating indications accurately.
• Completion of a minimum of 400 hours of on-the-job FPI training (pre-certification hours), documented and signed by a certifying NDT Level 3.
• Completion of at least 32 hours of formal (classroom) NDT training, documented and signed by a certifying NDT Level 3.
• Valid eye examination completed within the last 365 days, including Jaeger 1 at 12 inches (minimum) and Ishihara color perception testing.
• Documented examination scores for FPI certification, including composite scores, signed by the certifying NDT Level 3.
• Familiarity with and ability to work under a written practice that complies with NAS-410.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret and follow technical procedures and specifications.
• Willingness and ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift and to support overtime after training and sign-off.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working as a non-destructive testing (NDT) inspector in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Comfort working with a mix of older and newer FPI and production equipment.
• Ability to work independently after training while still contributing effectively to a team-based workflow.
• Strong documentation habits and familiarity with maintaining certification packages and training records.
• Capability to adapt to rotating between multiple inspection booths and handling a variety of part types.

Why Work Here?

You join a highly experienced team where colleagues bring decades of knowledge and are committed to sharing their expertise. The environment emphasizes teamwork, with everyone contributing and supporting one another to meet quality and production goals. You benefit from a long-term contract opportunity with consistent overtime potential once fully trained and signed off, providing both stability and the chance to increase earnings. The facility offers practical conveniences such as personal lockers and a small eating area with a refrigerator, coffee, and microwave, supporting comfort during breaks. Overall, you work in a setting that values tenure, collaboration, and professional growth in non-destructive testing.

Work Environment

The role is based on a standard manufacturing and production floor that is well lit and features epoxy floors, with a mix of older and newer equipment. FPI Inspectors work along the back wall of the building, rotating between five FPI booths and using black light, water wash, post-emulsifiable, and power wash equipment. The culture is team-oriented, with everyone expected to pull their weight and support each other. Each individual receives a personal locker, and there is a small eating area equipped with a refrigerator, coffee, and microwave for breaks. Training may begin on 1st shift (7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.), with regular assignments on 2nd shift (3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.) or 3rd shift (11:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., working 7 hours and paid for 8 hours), Monday through Friday. Overtime of approximately 10 hours per week is expected once training is complete and the inspector is signed off to work independently.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $44.00 - $44.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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