Laser Shearography NDT Subject Matter Expert (Level II/III)

The work

You will manually review laser shearography data used in aerospace inspection and turn your findings into clear, well-supported evaluations. The work focuses on composite material defects and requires careful technical judgment without using AI tools.

You will also review technical records, test logs, inspection limits, case papers, and applicable NDT standards. Your written feedback will explain the defect, its severity, possible causes, potential effects, and the reasoning behind your decision.

• Analyze laser shearography data, fringe patterns, and optical interferometry results.
• Identify and characterize defects in aerospace composite materials.
• Assess defect type, severity, root causes, and possible effects on composite structures.
• Review inspection records, technical papers, test logs, inspection limits, and NDT standards.
• Document inspection findings and provide detailed written technical feedback.
• Help refine technical protocols and communicate clearly with project managers and technical stakeholders.
• Complete assessments through manual inspection without using AI tools.

What it pays and takes

This is a part-time contractor role for an experienced NDT specialist.

• Pay: $40 to $100 per hour.
• Work arrangement: Remote, part-time contract work.
• Location: Open to candidates in the listed countries across the Americas, Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.
• Language: Professional fluency in English.
• Certification: Current ASNT, NAS 410, or ISO 9712 Level II or Level III certification in laser shearography or a related NDT method.
• Required experience: Extensive hands-on experience with laser shearography, especially aerospace or advanced composite inspection.
• Technical skills: Interpret shearography fringe patterns and optical interferometry data for defect evaluation.
• Additional skills: Strong analysis, root cause analysis, technical reporting, and professional communication.
• Helpful background: Composite-material inspection practices, technical guidance, quality engineering, or direct inspection and review work.
• AI experience is not required.

How it works

You apply here in about two minutes and finish on the hiring platform. The next step is a short AI interview (technical roles include a coding challenge). Passing it is how you qualify for paid tasks, so take it soon after you are invited.

The hiring platform's application for this job asks for your resume, your LinkedIn profile, your phone number, your location and answers to 5 screening questions.

About AI training work

AI training uses human examples and expert reviews to help artificial intelligence systems improve. Specialists are paid for this work because their subject knowledge helps assess complex material that general reviewers cannot reliably judge.