NDT Technician

Applus+; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Disability and life insurance

Shift flexibility (1st & 3rd)

In-house training provided

Job summary

X-Ray Industries, an Applus+ company, in Manchester, CT, is seeking an Inspector Trainee to learn how to set up and calibrate NDT equipment, perform tests, and document results under Level 3 approvals. The role provides on‑the‑job training and a clear path to Level 1 within 8–12 months.

We offer trainee development with guidance from Level 2 and Level 1 inspectors, opportunities on 1st and 3rd shifts, and in-house training to support growth in aerospace NDT testing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• U.S. citizenship and legal work authorization required.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Responsibilities

• Learn to set up and standardize equipment, process parts, interpret and evaluate for acceptance or rejection, and document results.
• Become familiar with the scope and limitations of the NDT method and its process standards.
• Learn to conduct system performance checks in accordance with the applicable process standard and codes.
• Support duties as assigned to contribute to accurate testing and documentation.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Full-time Manchester, CT, US

About Us:

X-Ray Industries, an Applus+ company, is a well-established non-destructive testing service provider in the Aerospace industry. With over 80 years of experience, X-Ray Industries is the oldest, most-established NDT provider, offering a broad range of testing and inspection capabilities.

Position Overview

The Inspector Trainee shall have the basic skills and knowledge for learning to set up and calibrate equipment, to conduct tests, and to interpret, evaluate, and document results in accordance with procedures approved by the Level 3 with respect to applicable codes, specifications, and standards. The Trainee must be able to thoroughly learn the scope and limitations of the test method and shall exercise assigned responsibility for on-the-job (OJT) training with guidance of Level 2 and Level 1 inspection personnel. It is the expectation that the Trainee progress to Level 1 Inspector within the first 8-12 months of hire.

X-Ray Industries, an Applus+ company, is a well-established non-destructive testing service provider in the Aerospace industry. With over 80 years of experience, X-Ray Industries is the oldest, most-established NDT provider, offering a broad range of testing and inspection capabilities.

We are seeking Inspector Trainees to join our growing team! Trainees will work toward Level 1 and Level 2 NDT Inspector according to NAS-410.

A successful candidate in this role is capable of learning the scope and limitations with the assigned test method and perform the testing, calibration, interpretation, evaluation, and documentation

They seek to begin a career in NDT and be a part of a team with a passion for nondestructive testing and customer satisfaction!

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, dental, and vision offered
• Company provided short term and long-term disability and life insurance benefits
• First and third shifts available based on facility need
• All training provided in house!

And much more!

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Documentation of high school diploma or GED.

Shift:

Both 1st and 3rd shift availability.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Learn the skills and acquire the knowledge to set up and standardize equipment, process parts, interpret and evaluate for acceptance or rejection, and document results.
• Become thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the technique/method.
• Learn the skills and knowledge to conduct systems performance checks in accordance with the applicable process standard.
• Become familiar with the codes, standards, and other contractual documents that control NDT methods.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Work Experience

• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• High School Diploma or GED required

Other Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Employment eligibility verification is required at the time of hire.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by individuals assigned to this position. Individuals may be required to perform other tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.