Industrial Radiographer (Welds)

BAE Systems; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems is seeking an Industrial Radiographer (Welds) for our Weapon Systems UK business unit in Sheffield. This role involves conducting radiography of welds, interpreting defects, and supporting quality management processes. Ideal candidates will possess essential qualifications in radiographic testing and engineering, contributing to the defense sector's critical needs. Join a team that values innovation and integrity within an inclusive environment, allowing you to make a real difference.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Minimum of PCN Level 2 Radiography (RT – Radiographic Testing) in Welds.
• Responsible for interpreting radiographs and identifying defects.
• Ability to write reports and presentations ensuring clarity.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Radiography of welds and interpret radiographs.
• Report results of inspections and address non-conformances.
• Support Quality Management tasks and build effective relationships.

Skills

Radiographic Testing

Technical Interpretation

Quality Management

Education

NC or HNC in technical discipline

PCN Level 2 Radiography

Advanced Radiation Safety Certification

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Job title: Industrial Radiographer (Welds)

Location: Weapon Systems UK Business Unit – Sheffield – Onsite only

Salary: £39,873+ (depending on skills and experience)

What You’ll Be Doing

• Responsible for conducting Radiography of welds
• Responsible for interpreting radiographs and identifying defects
• Report results of inspections using the agreed processes and record non-conformance
• Undertake non-routine/complex activities in their related area with minimal supervision
• Able to access, have a clear understanding of and apply the local Management System documentation e.g. policies, procedures, workmanship standards, risk assessments and COSHH assessments and processes and apply in their related area
• Responsible for supporting the Quality Management team in addressing planned tasks
• Responsible for conducting the verification of non-conformances
• Liaise/interface with appropriate areas of the business and build effective relationships
• The ability to write reports and presentations and support others, ensuring accuracy and clarity of meaning
• Represent the department at local Quality reviews and liaise with the internal customer when required
  
  

Essential

Your skills and experiences:

• NC or HNC qualified in an appropriate technical discipline or equivalent experience
• Minimum of PCN Level 2 Radiography (RT – Radiographic Testing) in Welds
• Minimum of RPS PCN qualification/advanced Radiation Safety Certification
• Fully understand and competent with IRR 2017
• The ability to read and interpret weld defects through radiographic and other NDT techniques
• The ability to write radiographic techniques
  
  

Desirable

• PCN Level 2 in Dye Penetrant Inspection (PT)
• CSWIP 3.1 or PCN level 2 in Welding Inspection (WI)
• Trade background – time served in trade discipline
  
  

Benefits

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

Quality Control Team

As part of BAE Systems Platforms and Services sector, Weapon Systems (UK) designs, develops, manufactures and supports artillery systems, naval guns, and provides engineering capability to the wider BAE Systems business. Our global reach brings our customers a depth and breadth of expertise that meet critical needs in the air, on land, and at sea. Our mission strives for us to be our customer’s trusted and affordable weapons provider, delivering enhanced effects on target and complete mission solutions. We are looking for innovation, commitment and drive to help define the future of Weapon Systems capabilities

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 1 July 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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