NDT X-Ray Inspector

GE Aerospace; Piedmont (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking an NDT X-Ray Inspector to inspect high‑pressure turbine blades using digital radiography and CT, ensuring compliance with blueprints and specifications. The role requires NAS 410 Level 2 certification and a strong background in radiography.

The position includes 2nd shift weekday nights and a weekend night shift, with responsibilities spanning setup, inspection, documentation, and safety procedures in a high‑volume manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• NAS 410 Level 2 radiography certification with 80 hours classroom and 800 hours radiography experience.
• Pass written general, specific, and practical exams.

Responsibilities

• Perform digital radiography and CT inspections of turbine airfoils in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Evaluate images against blueprints, process specifications, and work instructions.
• Accurately document test findings and archive historical records.
• Communicate information effectively in a team environment.
• Perform daily equipment setup procedures and quality checks.
• Conduct radiation safety surveys and complete annual radiation safety training.

Skills

NDT X-ray inspection

Radiography

Digital radiography

Education

High school diploma or GED

NAS 410 Level 2 radiography certification

Tools

Digital radiography equipment

Computed tomography

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description

NDT X-Ray Inspector

Job Description Summary

Join the GE Aerospace team as an NDT X-Ray Inspector today! In this role, you will be inspecting high-pressure turbine blades for jet turbine engines used in nearly all commercial airplanes. You will use digital radiography equipment to inspect turbines according to manufacturing blueprints and process specifications.

2nd Shift Weekday night shift-Monday-Thursday 9:00pm-7:12am
5th Shift Weekend night shift- Friday-Sunday 7:00pm-7:12am

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform digital radiography and computed tomography inspections of aircraft engine turbine airfoils in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Evaluate images and interpret test findings in accordance with manufacturing blueprints, process specifications, and work instructions.
• Accurately document test findings and archive historical records.
• Effectively communicate information and perform duties in a teaming environment.
• Perform daily equipment set-up procedures and quality checks.
• Perform radiation safety surveys and successfully complete annual radiation safety training.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current level 2 certification in radiography meeting National Aerospace Standard (NAS) 410. Previous radiography training and experience must include a minimum of 80 hours formal classroom education and 800 hours radiography experience.
• Successfully pass written general, specific, and practical examinations.

Desired Characteristics

• Current certification in digital radiography
• Previous experience performing digital radiographic inspection of cast turbine airfoils.
• Previous manufacturing experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to apply geometric, trigonometric, and algebraic relationships.
• Possess the skills and knowledge to set up and calibrate equipment, conduct tests, interpret, evaluate, and document findings without supervision.
• Thorough knowledge of the scope and limitations of radiographic imaging techniques.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Benefits

• Generous Sign-On Bonus: See your career take flight with us and you may be eligible to receive a sign-on bonus.
• Relocation Assistance: You may be eligible for relocation support to help you settle into your new role!
• Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes