Test Engineer / NDT Inspector UT2 (m/f/d)
About the job
MT Aerospace is a global leader in the aerospace industry. As a subsidiary of the international technology group OHB, we develop, manufacture and test essential components for major space programmes, including the European Ariane 6 launch vehicle, the American Space Launch System (Artemis mission) and other international launch systems.
Our components are also used in satellites, spacecraft for lunar and Martian missions, space refuelling stations and passenger aircraft. Our customers include globally active companies and system integrators such as ESA, NASA, Airbus, ArianeGroup and Boeing.
Using manufacturing technologies that are unique worldwide, we produce high-performance products from metal and fibre composites that are uncompromisingly focused on performance. These include large load-bearing structures, cryogenic tanks, lightweight components, and fuel and pressure tanks that combine maximum load-bearing capacity with minimum weight.
We owe our success to the initiative and passion of our employees, who stand for innovation and progress. Our team of around 600 employees at our headquarters in Augsburg, in Bremen and at the European spaceport in Kourou (French Guiana) works every day to actively shape the future of space travel. Space. Far away for most - soon very close for you.
Become part of an industry of visionaries and pioneers and make a valuable contribution as a Test Engineer / NDT Inspector UT2 (m/f/d) to help the European launcher Ariane and other international launchers take off.
The position is temporary for 6 months. ## Your Tasks - Carrying out non-destructive testing using ultrasonic methods independently in accordance with test instructions - Evaluating and documenting the tests - Meeting production targets (e.g. deadlines, costs, quality) ## Your Qualifications - Completed vocational training in a technical profession - Inspection technician qualified to Level 2 in ultrasonic testing (UT) in accordance with DIN EN 4179, or alternatively DIN EN ISO 9712 - Experience or qualification in the inspection of welded joints (FSW, TIG welding an advantage) - Experience with PAUT - Good knowledge of SAP/R3 and MS Office - Willingness to work shifts - Cooperative, team-oriented and flexible approach to work ## We offer Flexible Arbeitszeitgestaltung inklusive Gleitzeitkonto Mobiles Arbeiten Attraktive Vergütung nach IG Metall Tarifvertrag Unbefristeter Arbeitsvertrag 30 Tage Jahresurlaub sowie Sonderurlaubstage Fachbezogene Weiterqualifizierungsmöglichkeiten Betriebseigene Kantine Mitarbeiterparkplätze Vorteile eines globalen Konzerns verbunden mit familiärer Arbeitsatmosphäre Become part of our international team and take your professional and personal development to a new level.
We are looking forward to your application (german or english) via our online tool. If you have any questions, please contact career@mt-aerospace.de. MT Aerospace AG Human Resources
From OHB's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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