Industrial Level II X-Ray Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Join the Howmet Aerospace Team!

Howmet Aerospace is a global leader in advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries.

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a highly motivated and experienced X-Ray Technician Level II to support our Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) operations at our Hampton, VA location. This position radiographs and inspects industrial gas turbine castings and structural members for flaws, cracks or presence of foreign materials and process related deviations by performing the following duties.

What will you do in this role?

• Set-up and standardize equipment, process parts, interpret and evaluate for acceptance or rejection and document results

• Advanced knowledge of the scope and limitations of the x-ray technique and inspection method

• Ability to conduct system performance checks in accordance with the applicable process standards and customer requirements. Have a basic knowledge of relevant product manufacturing and inspection technology, ability to perform system checks and calibrations on all associated equipment related to X-ray film process within predetermined limits

• Capability of providing the necessary guidance and/or supervision to trainees and Level 1 personnel

• Familiarity with the codes, standards and other contractual documents that control the x-ray method

• Ability of developing work instructions from approved general procedures, with final work instructions requiring final approval by the X-ray Level III

• Working knowledge of general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations and the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area and circumference. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry

• Practical problem solving skills and ability to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists and the ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form

What does it take to be successful in this role?

• High School Diploma or GED

• Must pass Howmet’s required certification exams with a composite score of 80% or higher (renewable every five years). Must be able to show documentation supporting certification status.

• Current or previous X-ray film Level 2 certification from one of the following industry standards:

  • ASNT SNT-TC-1A, Personnel Qualification and Certification in nondestructive testing

  • AIA/NAS-410, NAS Certification Y Qualification of Nondestructive Test Personnel

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience as a certified film Level 2 Inspector

• Access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditional upon an applicant’s ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

What’s in it for you?

• Wage increase to $42.64/hr after 6 months of employment!

• Competitive compensation and Annual Bonus Program

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• 401(k) Match

• Career Development Opportunities

• And more!

About Howmet Aerospace

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, is a global leader in advanced engineered solutions for aerospace and transportation industries.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Howmet Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance with the application due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].

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