NDT X-Ray Technician Level 2

GE Aerospace; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Onsite Parking

No Mandatory Overtime

Climate-controlled Building

Job summary

GE Aerospace in Lynn, MA is seeking an X‑Ray Inspection Technician to perform radiographic nondestructive testing on aerospace components. You will set up and operate radiography equipment, prepare parts for exposure, and evaluate images for acceptance per applicable standards.

The role requires NAS410 or ASNT Level II certification for film and/or digital, with opportunities to contribute to safety-critical flight hardware and continuous improvement efforts at the Lynn facility.

Qualifications

• Must have NAS410 or ASNT Level II Certification for Film and/or Digital.
• Experience with radiographic nondestructive testing (film or digital) preferred.
• Ability to interpret radiographic images and determine part disposition.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate X-Ray equipment (computed radiography, digital radiography) per procedures.
• Select exposure parameters (kV, mA, exposure time, distance) as directed.
• Prepare parts for exposure, including cleaning, masking, and positioning, and verify image quality.

Skills

Radiographic testing

NDT inspection

Education

NAS410 Level II Certification

Job description

About GE Aerospace

If you want to do work that really matters among a team of spirited and collaborative individuals, you need to know more about GE Aerospace. We’ve become a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of advanced aviation technologies including jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We’re a people-first organization that will bring out your best ideas and performance as part of our on-going LEAN transformation. We believe that the world works better when it flies. Do you? If so, come aboard.

Job Description Summary

Job Description

About GE Aerospace

If you want to do work that really matters among a team of spirited and collaborative individuals, you need to know more about GE Aerospace. We’ve become a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of advanced aviation technologies including jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We’re a people-first organization that will bring out your best ideas and performance as part of our on-going LEAN transformation. We believe that the world works better when it flies. Do you? If so, come aboard.

Working at our Lynn Facility

Come and elevate your career in a facility that combines a rich tradition of aviation technology with a deep commitment to the future of flight. The GE Aerospace manufacturing site in Lynn designs, produces, assembles, and tests military and commercial aircraft engines and components. With more 2,500 employees and 1.6 million sqft of manufacturing space, we’re making a huge contribution to the future of flight. And, considering that very first jet engines were born here in 1942, we clearly are the career home of people who are deeply knowledgeable about building quality engines. What’s more, GE Aerospace has invested more than $100 million in our facility in the last five years alone.

By engaging with highly collaborative teams, we’re reaching for new Sustainable Aviation Fuel milestones every year. And by encouraging our teams to join us in extensive community service and volunteerism, we’re making a difference in all the ways that matter.

Here are just a few of the best reasons you will want to consider us:

• Do work with a real purpose helping to solve the global challenge of how the world flies more sustainably.
• Be a part of a global workforce of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, ideas, and experiences where everyone feels supported and respected.
• Earn merit-based rewards and incentives.
• Free Onsite Parking.
• Set work schedule with no mandatory overtime.
• Work in a climate-controlled building out of the elements.
• Have opportunities for continuous learning and development.

Summary

Set up and operate X-Ray equipment to prescribed procedures to locate defects in a variety of parts, etc.; prepare work for exposure, interpret films, etc., and perform related duties. The Inspection – X-Ray employee performs radiographic nondestructive testing (film and/or digital) on aerospace engine components and assemblies produced in Lynn Component Manufacturing. Working to approved techniques, process specifications, and customer requirements, the employee prepares parts for exposure, operates radiographic equipment, processes and evaluates images, determines whether indications meet acceptance criteria, and documents results. The role is a critical control point in product quality and flight safety and is performed in strict compliance with radiation safety requirements.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Equipment Set-Up and Operation
• Set up and operate X-Ray equipment (computed radiography, digital radiography systems, as applicable) in accordance with prescribed procedures, approved radiographic techniques, and applicable specifications.
• Select and verify exposure parameters such as kilovoltage, milliamperage, exposure time, source-to-film/detector distance, and focal spot as directed by the approved technique.
• Position the source, parts, film or detector, and fixturing to achieve the required coverage, geometry, and image quality.
• Perform required equipment start-up, warm-up, and daily/periodic performance checks, and report equipment malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Preparation of Work for Exposure
• Review work orders, part drawings, inspection plans, and radiographic techniques to determine inspection requirements.
• Prepare parts for exposure, including cleaning as required, masking, shimming, and positioning, and placing identification markers, location markers, and image quality indicators (IQIs/penetrameters).
• Load and unload film cassettes or prepare imaging plates/detectors; handle film and media to prevent artifacts.
• Process exposed film (manual or automatic processing) or acquire and process digital images in accordance with procedure.
• Interpretation and Evaluation
• Interpret radiographic films and/or digital images to locate and identify defects and discontinuities such as porosity, inclusions, cracks, shrinkage, lack of fusion, and other indications in castings, welds, and machined components.
• Verify image quality (density or signal-to-noise/contrast, IQI sensitivity, coverage, and freedom from artifacts) before evaluation.
• Evaluate indications against applicable acceptance criteria and determine part disposition (accept/reject) within the scope of certification.
• Identify and segregate nonconforming product and initiate nonconformance documentation per quality system requirements.
• Documentation and Quality Records
• Accurately record inspection results, technique data, and part disposition in required logs, travelers, and quality systems.
• Maintain, file, and archive radiographs and digital image records in accordance with record-retention requirements.
• Communicate inspection findings to supervision, Quality Engineering, and Manufacturing as required.
• Radiation Safety and EHS
• Comply with all radiation safety procedures and applicable regulatory requirements, including use of dosimetry, survey meters, interlocks, warning systems, and controlled-area access.
• Follow site Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) requirements, including proper handling and disposal of film-processing chemicals.
• Promptly report any unsafe condition, equipment safety failure, or suspected overexposure.
• Related Duties
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area; perform routine care of equipment, cassettes, screens, and accessories.
• Participate in continuous improvement, quality, and safety initiatives within the work area.
• Maintain required NDT certification(s) and complete required training, eye examinations, and recertification in accordance with the governing certification standard and the employer’s written practice.
• Perform related duties as assigned, consistent with the classification and the CBA.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have obtained previous NAS410 or ASNT Level II Certification for Film and/or Digital.

The pay for this position is 37.00/hr. This posting is expected to close on 07/31/2027.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No