NDT Trainee

The NDT X-Ray Trainee is responsible for performing radiographic testing (RT) to evaluate aerospace castings for internal defects. This role ensures product quality by operating X-ray equipment preparing and positioning parts interpreting radiographic images and maintaining accurate inspection records.

Youll work in compliance with customer specifications regulatory requirements and NADCAP standards with opportunities to grow through a structured TraineeLevel 3 career path based on certification experience and technical expertise.

A highlight of your day-to-day will include:

• Preparing and positioning castings for inspection
• Operating X-ray equipment using approved techniques and safety procedures
• Processing film or digital images and ensuring proper traceability

• Interpreting technique cards specifications and procedures
• Maintaining inspection records and lot traceability
• Ensuring compliance with NAS 410 NADCAP and customer requirements

• Performing daily system checks and verifying equipment readiness
• Maintaining calibration status of inspection equipment
• Keeping the NDT area clean and organized (6S)

• Handling parts carefully to ensure protection and traceability
• Meeting production goals cycle times and inspection throughput targets

• Following all radiation safety and plant safety procedures
• Identifying and reporting unsafe conditions

• Supporting department and business objectives as needed

Youre detail-oriented and take pride in precision work. Youre comfortable following strict procedures and understand the importance of quality and compliance in a regulated environment. Youre looking for a technical career path where you can build expertise gain certifications and grow into a subject matter expert or leader.

• Ability to stand walk bend push and pull for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs (heavier with assistance)
• Comfortable working in manufacturing environments (heat noise dust chemicals)
• Repetitive motion required for handling and processing parts
• Must meet visual acuity requirements for NDT certification
  SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION
  • Schedule: MondayFriday Day Shift
  • Pay Range: $19$20/hour (Higher pay bands for already certified NDT X-Ray applicants)
  • Quarterly bonus overtime opportunities

• Quarterly cash bonus program based on Company performance
• 80 hours of paid time off annually 10 paid holidays
• Medical dental and vision coverage for employees and families
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution

• Structured certification-based career progression
• Equal opportunity employer