Quality Assurance - NDT Technician 2nd shift

Chromalloy • Tampa, FL

3d

About The Position

The NDT Technician performs grain evaluation and Laue X-ray inspections on aerospace investment castings. The role verifies grain structure, grain size, and crystal orientation against engineering specifications, customer requirements, and quality standards before castings advance to the next production stage. The technician aligns castings, operates specialized Laue X-ray equipment, inspects grain-etched components, and documents inspection results while following radiation safety and quality procedures.

This is a second-shift position, Monday through Friday, from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with a $2.00 shift differential. New hires attend orientation on Monday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and first-week training Tuesday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Additional training outside the assigned shift may be required based on business needs or availability. After successfully completing training, employees transition to their assigned shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding technical procedures and work instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, inspection procedures, and technical documentation.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and geometric calculations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to make accurate inspection decisions.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Laue Level I and Level II certifications.
• Ability to maintain required vision and color perception standards.
• Must pass and maintain required near-vision and color perception testing to retain certification eligibility.
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs regularly, up to 25 lbs frequently, and up to 50 lbs occasionally.

Nice To Haves

• 1+ years of inspection, NDT, aerospace, or related experience.
• Aerospace manufacturing or investment casting experience.
• Previous experience with grain evaluation, metallurgical inspection, radiographic equipment, or NDT processes.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Additional NDT certifications.

Responsibilities

• Inspect aerospace investment castings.
• Align castings and operate Laue X-ray equipment according to approved techniques and procedures.
• Evaluate grain structures, grain size, and crystal orientation for compliance with engineering requirements.
• Visually inspect grain-etched components and make accept/reject decisions using established criteria.
• Review work instructions, techniques, and supporting documentation before inspection.
• Complete inspection records and quality documentation.
• Perform daily equipment preparation and radiation safety checks.
• Monitor controlled work areas and follow safety and radiation protection procedures.
• Maintain compliance with customer, quality, and certification requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED