Non-Destructive Testing Inspector

About Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global aerospace leader headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec. We manufacture next-generation engines that power the largest fleet of airplanes and helicopters in the world in the business aviation, general aviation, and regional aviation segments.

In nearly 100 years, we have made numerous breakthroughs in the development of engines that transport cargo and equipment, fight forest fires, and transport passengers.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was recognized as one of Canada's Top 10 Employers in 2025 by Forbes, in addition to being ranked first among employers in the country's aerospace and defense industry! Our headquarters is listed among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions confirm our reputation as an employer of choice in the Montreal region, Canada, and around the world.

What your daily life will look like

• Visually inspect parts before, during, and after testing to detect imperfections and irregularities, cracks, scratches, abrasions, porosities, overheating, and other surface or subsurface defects indicated by particle deposits, penetrant testing, or acid etching.
• Prepare, treat with fluorescent penetrant, rinse, and dry parts prior to inspection. Visually inspect under black or white light. Clean, demagnetize, and apply corrosion protection processes as required.
• Prepare or participate in the preparation of chemical solutions, take samples, and drain tanks as needed.
• During pressure tests and flow checks, make required adjustments and connections, use determined jigs, mount parts, and set the pressure gauge according to the specified pressure. Manufacture, when required, gaskets on jigs to facilitate work requirements.
• Evaluate non-conformances using appropriate documents to determine acceptability. Accept parts within quality standard limits. When necessary, prepare, track, and process non-quality notices according to the existing quality process by accurately describing the type, extent, and location of discontinuities. Perform necessary computer transactions for part tracking.
• Keep appropriate records of various parameters up to date to establish efficient operations with statistical process control.
• Work from process requirements, procedures, verbal instructions, non-destructive testing standards, drawings, and any other relevant or recognized additional information.
• May be required to simultaneously operate multiple machines located close to each other.

What you need to succeed

• Maintain non-destructive testing accreditations (FPI, MPI, X-Ray, anodic acid etch, and anodized titanium) and/or relevant training in Non-Destructive Testing
• Level 2 certification for at least one of the four techniques mentioned above would be an asset
• Interpersonal skills: teamwork and positive attitude
• CGSB certification would be an asset
• Autonomous
• Experience in an industrial environment.
• This position is part of a francophone work environment; however, it requires a basic knowledge of English to understand certain specialized work instructions, drawings, and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations.

What we offer

• Retirement and savings plan program with employer contribution
• Collective insurance program
• Advancement opportunities (career progression)
• Merit program or recognition program
• Health and wellness program, including telemedicine
• Recreational and sports club
• Nearby daycares
• Transportation accessibility or public transit program and free parking