– NDT ENGINEER

Company: Garuda Aerospace

Location: Chennai – Thalambur, Tamil Nadu

Department: Engineering / Quality Assurance

Experience: 2–5 Years

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Garuda Aerospace

Garuda Aerospace is a drone and UAV manufacturing company focused on developing drone solutions for industrial, agricultural, and defence applications.

- Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) Engineer to inspect drone components, structural assemblies, and other engineering materials for defects without causing damage. The candidate will support product quality, structural integrity, and reliability through appropriate inspection methods and detailed technical reporting.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform non-destructive testing on drone components, structural assemblies, metallic parts, and composite materials, as applicable.
- Conduct inspections using relevant NDT methods such as Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Visual Testing (VT), Dye Penetrant Testing (DPT/PT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MPT/MT), and other applicable techniques.
- Inspect components for cracks, porosity, delamination, and other material defects.
- Evaluate inspection results against approved procedures, engineering drawings, and applicable standards.
- Prepare and maintain NDT inspection reports, test records, and quality documentation.
- Coordinate with R&D;, Production, and Quality teams to identify defects and recommend corrective actions.
- Support incoming material inspection, in-process quality checks, and final product inspection.
- Ensure compliance with quality requirements, workplace safety procedures, and applicable testing standards.




- Maintain and calibrate testing equipment as required by approved procedures.
- Support root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Required Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a related field.
- Relevant NDT certification, preferably ASNT Level II or an equivalent recognized qualification in applicable testing methods.
- Knowledge of material properties, manufacturing processes, inspection procedures, and quality documentation.

Experience and Skills

- 2–5 years of relevant experience in NDT, quality inspection, aerospace, manufacturing, or engineering.
- Practical experience in inspecting metallic and/or composite components.
- Knowledge of inspection standards, engineering drawings, and defect evaluation.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional engineering teams.
- Willingness to support hands-on inspections at the manufacturing facility.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in aerospace, UAV/drone manufacturing, aviation, or precision engineering.
- Exposure to composite materials such as carbon-fibre-reinforced polymers (CFRP) and glass-fibre-reinforced polymers (GFRP).
- Knowledge of advanced NDT methods such as Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT), where relevant.

What We Offer

- Opportunity to contribute to innovative drone and UAV technology.
- Hands-on exposure to aerospace engineering and manufacturing quality.
- A cooperative and technically driven work environment.

How to Apply Interested candidates can share their updated resume at [email protected]. (phone hidden)

- Subject: Application for NDT Engineer – Garuda Aerospace

📌 Nondestructive Testing Engineer (Chennai)
🏢 Garuda Aerospace
📍 Chennai