Aircraft NDT Specialist

STS Aviation Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global aviation services organization in Manchester is seeking an experienced Aircraft NDT Specialist to support aircraft maintenance programmes and progress towards a leadership position. The ideal candidate will hold NDT Level 2 or Level 3 certification, possess hands-on experience in aviation environments, and demonstrate a commitment to safety and quality. This full-time role offers a clearly defined career development path towards NDT Manager, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Funded progression path from NDT Technician to NDT Manager

Early involvement in leadership-level decisions

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an NDT Technician, especially in aviation.
• Current NDT Level 2 or Level 3 certification in relevant methods.
• Commitment to safety and quality in inspections.

Responsibilities

• Perform Level 2 NDT inspections across approved methods.
• Lead development and refinement of NDT processes.
• Support technical oversight across NDT operations.

Skills

NDT Level 2 or Level 3 certification

Hands-on NDT experience in aviation or aerospace

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Job description

STS Aviation Services is hiring an experienced Aircraft NDT Specialist to join our growing team in Manchester. This full-time role is ideal for an established NDT professional ready to support complex aircraft maintenance programmes while progressing toward a future leadership position.

The Opportunity

Initially, you will utilise your expertise to perform Level 2 NDT inspections across approved methods, ensuring the highest standards of safety and compliance. Alongside day-to-day inspection work, you will follow a structured and funded development pathway designed to prepare you for an NDT Manager role.

This development pathway includes:

• Successfully achieving NDT Level 3 certification through funded examinations
• Leading the development and refinement of NDT processes within the Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE)
• Supporting technical oversight and continuous improvement initiatives across NDT operations

What We’re Looking For

• Current NDT Level 2 or Level 3 certification in relevant inspection methods
• Proven hands-on experience as an NDT Technician, preferably within aviation or aerospace environments
• Strong attention to detail with a consistent commitment to safety and quality
• Clear interest in career progression, leadership, and management responsibility
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support future team leadership and process development

What STS Aviation Services Offers

• A clearly defined, fully funded progression path from NDT Technician to NDT Manager
• Early involvement in leadership-level process development and operational decision-making
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Full-time role based at our Manchester facility
• The opportunity to join a growing global aviation services organisation

If you are an experienced NDT professional ready to take ownership of your career progression and help shape the future of NDT operations at STS Aviation Services, we encourage you to apply.

About STS Aviation Services

STS Aviation Services delivers aircraft maintenance, engineering, and modification solutions to commercial and defence operators worldwide. With facilities across the United Kingdom, Europe, and globally, our teams support aircraft with precision, compliance, and consistency at every stage.