NDT Radiography Technician Level I

Arrowhead Products; Los Alamitos (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Arrowhead Products is seeking a qualified NDT Technician to perform Radiographic and Visual Weld inspections on welded, machined, and forged components. This role ensures conformity to customer and industry standards and supports ongoing NDT training for Level I personnel and trainees.

Strong emphasis on reading engineering drawings and maintaining traceability would be essential. Requires ASNT Level I certification and knowledge of relevant codes (NAS 410, SNT-TC-1A).

Job description

Job Summary

Under direction of the NDT Supervisor or designated Lead, performs Radiographic and Visual Weld inspection. Processes hardware in accordance with internal, customer and/or industry requirements. Evaluates and interprets the quality of applicable fusion weld, machined and forged products to meet company and customer specifications. Supports other NDT personnel; provides guidance to and mentors trainees and Level I Technicians.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs proper warm up and system performance checks of NDT equipment.
• Maintains daily, monthly logs and applicable records to assure traceability of components.
• Performs interpretations and evaluations of NDT results with respect to applicable codes, standards, and specifications.
• Is responsible for writing work instructions and other documentation.
• May perform and/or participate in NDT system, customer, internal and NADCAP audits.
• Provides on-the-job training and guidance to NDT trainees and NDT Level I personnel.
• May perform level I duties in addition to level II duties.
• Shall comply with other duties as assigned.
• Overtime may be required.
• This job description is not all inclusive of all duties. Other duties may be assigned.

Education and Experience

• Requires High School diploma or equivalent, and successful completion of ASNT Level I course.
• Requires documentation demonstrating completion of at least the minimum hours of formal training and experience for each NDT method requiring certification. These hours are required to meet the minimum requirements of SNT-TC-1A and NAS 410 rev. 3. Candidates familiar with SNT-TC 1A, NAS-410, AWS, ASTM, Boeing, Rolls Royce, Lockheed Martin a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Qualifications are based on SNT TC-1A and NAS 410.
• Demonstrated familiarity with the scope and limitations of NDT methods
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings/blueprints.
• Experience with stainless steel alloys, titanium, aluminum.
• Familiar with NADCAP audits.
• Must pay close attention to detail and be accurate.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal interface across organizational levels.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• N/A

Physical Demands and Work Environment

To successfully perform the essential functions of this role, an individual must:

• Work Environment Exposures:
  • Work around equipment and machinery in a manufacturing environment.
  • Walk on uneven ground.
  • Be exposed to excessive noise, dust, gases, fumes, and chemicals commonly associated with manufacturing processes (e.g., paint, solvents, coatings, and fiberglass).
  • Be exposed to extremes in temperature, humidity, or wetness, particularly on the manufacturing floor.
• Protective Equipment:
  • Use special visual or auditory protective equipment as required.
  • Use safety glasses and wear safety shoes as required.

Physical Requirements:

• Lift, push, and pull up to 35 lbs.
• Sit, stand, and walk frequently.
• Bend, stoop, squat, reach occasionally
• Frequent use and motion of hands and arms, including gripping and grasping
• Operate computers and equipment frequently.

Special Requirements

FAA-safety sensitive. Subject to a pre-employment drug screening for Marijuana (THC metabolite), Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP); then random screenings for alcohol, Marijuana (THC metabolite), Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP) after hire.

Limitations and Disclaimer

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment and the content is subject to be changed, modified, or deleted at the discretion of the Company. In compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990, the Company will make reasonable accommodations with those individuals with a disability as defined by the ADA.