Department: NIAR Composites and Structures

Campus Location: Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type: Full Time

Pay: Commensurate with experience

Work Schedule: Typically, Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week

Export Compliance Requirement: This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a “U.S. Citizen”.

Job Summary

Performs non-destructive inspections and/or tests on objects or materials using pre-approved procedures to examine and identify functionality and performance and determine conformance with specifications.
Ensures materials and products are in accordance with established tolerance levels for quality and performance and are not irregular or damaged. Uses ultrasound, radiography, or other techniques and systems as needed.
Directs and/or trains students in the performance of daily laboratory activities with the objective of achieving optimal quality control, process implementation and project performance.
Establishes, updates, and reviews laboratory procedures according to appropriate standards and/or requirements to ensure they are viable and current.

Essential Functions

Performs non-destructive inspections and/or tests on objects or materials using pre-approved procedures to examine and identify functionality and performance and determine conformance with specifications.
Ensures materials and products are in accordance with established tolerance levels for quality and performance and are not irregular or damaged. Uses ultrasound, radiography, or other techniques and systems as needed.
Directs and/or trains students in the performance of daily laboratory activities with the objective of achieving optimal quality control, process implementation and project performance.
Establishes, updates, and reviews laboratory procedures according to appropriate standards and/or requirements to ensure they are viable and current.

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Two (2) years of related experience in NDI

Required License/Certifications/Training

Certification in UT or CT required
Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance within 90 days of hire

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to operate multi-axis automated ultrasonic and computed tomography systems
Ability to perform research in a laboratory setting.
Ability to operate engineering laboratory equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Associates degree from an accredited technical school or applicable skilled trades program in NDI

Five (5) years of related experience in NDI preferred

Physical Requirements

Ability to ascend and descend ladders and/or stairs. Ability to position self for inspection, construction or maintenance of equipment and/or buildings including confined, elevated and loud noise spaces. Ability to inspect work, materials, equipment, and/or supplies and identify any errors, needs, and/or determining factors. Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information. Ability to use tools, equipment, and technology necessary to do the job. This includes dexterity in instrument manipulation.