Principal Quality NDT Tech

Textron•New Orleans, LA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

A Principal Quality NDT Tech works with a team of radiographers, performs calibrations, nondestructive tests, and evaluations for acceptance or rejection determinations according to written instructions and recording results. The selected individual will interpret welds requirements from various processes according with but not limited to Military Standard 2035, AWS Specifications, and ASME Section IV.

Requirements

Five (5) plus years of related NDT and/or Radiographer level II experience.
Two (2) plus years of Radiographer level II experience as a lead radiographer.
Ensure compliance with all training requirements mandated by the state of Louisiana for a Radiation Safety Officer (RSO).
Maintain all required documentation and state paperwork as the site RSO.
Demonstrated technical background in related NDT methods and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to effectively perform assigned Level II radiographer tasks and interpret results of inspections.
Must obtain Level II certifications both internally and through ASNT in methods identified and within 6 months of employment.
Must obtain Louisiana dual certification in X-ray and radioactive material within 6 months of employment.
General knowledge of PT and VT is required.
Demonstrated proficiency with computers and MS Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to interface effectively within and across teams both internally and externally as required.

Nice To Haves

Advanced knowledge of other NDT methods is a plus.

Responsibilities

Able to perform the duties as site Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) if required.
Set up and utilize radiographic testing equipment.
Actively participate in Radiation safety Programs.
Ensure the work or radiation area is controlled.
Calibrate radiographic testing equipment as required.
Conduct radiographic tests to ensure quality or detection of discontinuities.
Establish techniques for proper examination of welds under inspection while ensuring strict adherence to safety rules and regulations.
Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications or standards and evaluate results.
Interpret radiographs.
Organize and report test results.
Complete, maintain and/or submit daily radiation reports for management review, as required.
Perform specialized inspections as required.
Must train and/or provide direction to current, new or lower level employees including leading a group, as required.
Perform other job related tasks as assigned by management.