Engineering Technician - Radiographer

Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD); Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) in Ridgecrest, CA seeks an experienced radiography specialist to lead nondestructive testing and imaging operations for ordnance and energetic materials. You will supervise x-ray and other imaging tests, analyze data, ensure safety, and coordinate with engineers, technicians, and customers.

The role requires certification in radiographic testing, 4–7 years of relevant experience, and willingness to travel/overtime.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of relevant experience in radiography and testing.
• Certification in radiographic testing and experience with energetic materials.
• Ability to lead radiographic operations and work safely with explosive/testing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead radiographic operations for x-ray and other imaging tests.
• Collaborate with engineers and scientists; provide technical guidance.
• Maintain radiographic equipment and contribute to SOPs.
• Prepare reports and coordinate with management and customers.

Skills

Leadership

Radiographic testing

Imaging data analysis

Safety protocols

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Radiographic testing certification

Tools

X-ray equipment

Job description

Experience Required

4-7 Years

Position Duties/Responsibilities

The incumbent will work in a team environment for the Ordnance Test and Evaluation Division to perform nondestructive testing, equipment and facility maintenance, and other tasks as assigned. The incumbent will be responsible for leading radiographic operations, including x-raying ordnance and energetic items, analyzing imaging data, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Responsibilities include collaborating with engineers and scientists, providing technical guidance, and maintaining radiographic equipment. Will provide inputs to SOPs on current tests/operations and will support proper integration of future test procedures as required. The candidate will support a variety of tests including x-ray radiography, computed radiography, computed tomography, flash radiography, real time radiography, x-ray image interpretation, leak testing, visual inspection, boroscopic inspection, physical dimensioning, x-ray equipment maintenance, ordnance handling, ordnance hauling, and the use of heavy equipment and cranes. Radiographers are responsible for interpreting x-ray images and documenting the results. The candidaste will be required to safely conduct explosive and industrial operations, work in accordance with test procedures, monitor test setups, and provide reports to team leads, project engineers, and customers. Good oral and written communication skills are required to discuss testing requirements, coordinate schedules, perform budgetary duties, and support briefings with test management, customers, and/or other stakeholders as necessary.

Certification in radiographic testing and extensive experience with energetic materials are required. Incumbent will be expected to stay up-to-date on equipment and standards in the radiography field. Expertise in advanced imaging technologies and leadership skills are required. The position may require overtime, travel, and will require working both indoors and outdoors.

Minimum Salary

71,957

Maximum Salary

135,657