Hasselt, Flemish Region, Belgium
Senior Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Inspector with more than 20 years of experience in aerospace inspection and certification environments. Specialized in Ultrasonic Testing (UT Level II), Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) and Infrared Thermography (Level II) according to EN4179 / NAS410 standards. Experienced in inspection of composite aircraft structures, automated and robotized inspection systems, and advanced defect detection methods. Strong involvement in NDT procedure development, qualification processes and validation of inspection techniques. Key contributor to the implementation and maintenance of NADCAP Ultrasonic Testing accreditation, helping the organization achieve and maintain GOLD status. Authorized Certifying Staff under EASA Part-21 with responsibility for verification of aerospace component conformity. CORE COMPETENCIES - Ultrasonic Testing (UT Level II) - Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) - Infrared Thermography Level II - Composite Structure Inspection - Automated / Robotized Inspection Systems - Aerospace Quality Inspection - Defect Detection & Analysis - NDT Procedure Development & Validation - NDT Qualification & Validation Processes - NADCAP Compliance & Maintenance - Product and Process Auditing - Aerospace Regulatory Compliance (EASA Part‑21) - Technical Documentation & Inspection Reporting
Key responsibilities: • Perform ultrasonic inspections on aerospace structures and components according to EN4179 / NAS410 standards • Conduct advanced inspections using Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) and Infrared Thermography • Inspect composite aircraft components and detect defects such as delamination, porosity and structural anomalies • Operate automated and robotized inspection systems for high-precision aerospace inspections • Develop and validate NDT inspection methods and procedures • Support NDT qualification processes and inspection technique validation • Prepare inspection reports and technical documentation for aerospace certification • Perform internal product and process audits NADCAP involvement: • Contributed to the implementation of NADCAP Ultrasonic Testing accreditation • Support maintenance and continuous improvement of UT inspection processes • Participation in achieving and maintaining NADCAP GOLD status Certifying Staff Authorization: Authorized Certifying Staff under EASA Part-21 responsible for verification of conformity and certification of aerospace components. Aerospace programs experience: Civil aviation: Airbus A320, A340, A380, Dassault Falcon, Falcon 6X, Gulfstream G650 Military aviation: Airbus A400M, Lockheed Martin F-16, Lockheed Martin F-35, MQ-9 Reaper ESA R&D: SMARTNDT innovation project