X-Ray Technician Level II IGT

Howmet Aerospace•Hampton, VA

12d

About The Position

This position is located in IGT and radiographs and inspects industrial gas turbine castings and structural members for flaws, cracks, foreign materials, and process-related deviations. The technician operates x-ray and film-processing equipment and must be able to set up and standardize equipment, process parts, interpret and evaluate results for acceptance or rejection, and document findings. The role requires familiarity with the scope and limitations of x-ray inspection, applicable process standards, customer requirements, and the codes and contractual documents governing the method. The technician performs system performance checks, equipment systems checks, and calibrations within predetermined limits; may guide or supervise trainees and Level 1 personnel; and may develop work instructions from approved general procedures, subject to final approval by the x-ray Level 3. A basic knowledge of relevant manufacturing and inspection technology is required. The position requires compliance with Howmet’s Safety Regulations and Work Rules Handbook and departmental safety requirements, as well as company attendance policies, including regular attendance and occasional overtime. The new-hire starting rate is $38.38 per hour, increasing to $42.64 per hour after six months. A $1.00-per-hour shift premium applies while assigned to an off shift. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable. Employment offers are conditional on the applicant being able to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree.
Current or previous X-Ray film Level 2 certification under ASNT SNT-TC-1A or AIA / NAS-410; documentation of certification status is required.
Minimum of 4 years’ experience as a certified film Level 2 inspector.
Internal certification with rectification every five years is required.
Legally authorized to work in the United States and able to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items.
Familiarity with x-ray technique and inspection method limitations, applicable codes, standards, contractual documents, process standards, and customer requirements.
Ability to read and interpret technical materials and regulations, communicate effectively with management, perform calculations using basic algebra and geometry, solve practical problems, and interpret varied instructions.

Responsibilities

Radiograph and inspect industrial gas turbine castings and structural members for flaws, cracks, foreign materials, and process-related deviations.
Follow Howmet’s Safety Regulations and Work Rules Handbook and all departmental safety requirements.
Operate x-ray and film-processing equipment; set up and standardize equipment, process parts, interpret and evaluate results for acceptance or rejection, and document results.
Conduct system performance checks in accordance with applicable process standards and customer requirements.
Perform systems checks and calibrations on associated x-ray film-processing equipment within predetermined limits.
Provide necessary guidance and/or supervision to trainees and Level 1 personnel.
Develop work instructions from approved general procedures, subject to final approval by the x-ray Level 3.
Comply with company attendance policies and guidelines, including regular attendance and occasional overtime.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Read and interpret business and technical publications, procedures, and governmental regulations; present information and respond to management questions.
Calculate figures and amounts, apply basic algebra and geometry, solve practical problems, and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.