Radiographic L2 Testing Technician

Howmet Aerospace; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer is seeking qualified RT Level 2 Technicians to ensure the quality of investment castings. Candidates will operate X-ray and gamma radiographic equipment, interpret results, and adhere to customer specifications. Strong attention to detail and experience in darkroom operations are essential. The position includes a swing shift pattern and compliance with safety standards. If you have the relevant skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience operating X-ray and gamma radiographic equipment.
• Familiarity with darkroom operations and film processing.
• Ability to interpret radiographic results according to specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate X-ray and gamma units to radiograph castings.
• Perform darkroom operations and maintain equipment.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements for quality.

Skills

X-ray operations

Gamma radiographic techniques

Film processing

Interpreting radiographs

Attention to detail

Job description

We are seeking qualified and experienced RT Level 2 Technicians to join our team at Howmet Aerospace. This role is essential in ensuring the quality and safety of investment castings. The successful candidate will operate X-ray and gamma radiographic equipment using conventional film and / or non-film digital techniques, interpret results, and ensure compliance with stringent customer specifications. This role operates on a swing shift pattern, 6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm.

Environmental, Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Expected to assist in the implementation of Howmet's EHS value and policy statement and its accompanying principles.
• Comply with all department, facility, Corporate and Regulatory EH&S regulations.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment.
• Report all job-related illness and injuries. (Per employee handbook).
• Report all Safety, Health & Environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner.
• Attend all EH&S training.

Interpersonal Responsibilities

This position has frequented internal contact with Engineering , Quality and other Manufacturing departments.

Essential Job Functions for Radiographers Level 2

• Sets up and operates 320 KV X-ray units and IR192 Gamma units to radiograph investment castings according to customer requirements.
• Darkroom operations - Loading film cassettes , basic processor maintenance and cleaning
• Processing and sorting film.
• Operate densitometers to verify film densities.
• Complete records as required for the process which include internal , customer and NADCAP requirements,
• Must be able to read and follow set up techniques.
• Interpretation of radiographs and or digital images to determine if castings are free of internal defects per customer requirements.
• Must be able to read customer acceptance criteria's.
• Determines if any repairs or rework is necessary.
• Maintains work area in a clean, orderly and safe condition.
• Performs other duties assigned by supervision.