NDT Level 2 Technician

Bombardier's Business Aircraft London Service Centre in Biggin Hill is part of an award-winning network and is the flagship of Bombardier's European operation. This Base and Line Maintenance Centre is the fastest-growing Service Centre in Europe and the largest Business Aircraft OEM in the UK. The facility has the capabilities to perform an array of maintenance checks, modifications and upgrades all from this site. Only 14 miles from London, Bombardier's Biggin Hill Service Centre is ideally located to support operators in the UK region and beyond.

What are your contributions to the team?

• Use the Bombardier Integrated Quality Management System.
• Participate in the process of writing and maintaining Technique (method) sheets for the testing of components, and liaise with level 3 Technician.
• Understand and apply the company and industry statutory operational specifications for the evaluation of landing gear components, flap tracks, and carriages.
• Test and verify the condition of a diverse range of components passing through the NDT area, and perform these in a timely manner.
• Maintain Practical Experience Record (PER) book.
• Maintain a good level of NDT knowledge, prepare for assessments and examinations as required.
• Work and contribute to the team within the area, managing their individual certification to keep it current and valid.
• Attend internal and external training courses, as required, to maintain and develop the relevance of their certification.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment in the area as required to operate legally.
• Undertake other duties as directed by the Head of Production or Section Manager.
• All duties shall be undertaken in compliance with safety and environmental regulations and company procedures.
• Interface with production departments.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Constantly monitor operating methods to facilitate both qualitative and quantitative improvements in the service provided to the customer.
• Maintain full and effective liaison with all departments affected directly or indirectly by the assigned area of responsibility.
• Work within established company policies, procedures and agreements.
• Have an awareness of the major accident prevention plan (MAPP).
• Have an awareness and understanding of responsibilities outlined in the Company's environmental procedures.
• May be required to train personnel within a specified area subject to qualifications and experience.

How to thrive in this role?

• Eddy Current L2 (as required).
• Magnetic Particle Inspection L2 (as required).
• Liquid (Dye) Penetrant L2 (as required).
• Ultrasonic Testing L2 (as required).
• Able to travel and support Bombardier internationally.
• Oversee L1 and other NDT Trainees and sign off hours.
• Good IT user knowledge (e.g. SAP or similar business software, Microsoft Office Excel).
• Basic knowledge of EASA/CAA/FAA requirements and other applicable aviation regulations.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety working practices.
• Able to communicate fluently in English both written and verbal.
• Educated to at least GCSE level or equivalent.
• Good communicator - ability to communicate with staff on business and other issues that affect the business.
• Good planning, organization and administration skills, PC literate.
• Able to maintain performance under pressure.
• Ability to make decisions.
• Profound level of problem-solving skills.
• Able to communicate with all levels of Management.
• Willingness to learn new skills to help the Company achieve its targets.
• Must be a strong team player willing to improve and learn methods and processes with the attitude to pass on knowledge and help with the improvement of the working environment within the NDT department.

Bombardier is an equal opportunity employer and encourages persons of any race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age immigration status, disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics to apply. Whether your candidacy is moving on to the next step of the hiring process or not, we will keep you informed by email or by phone.

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