Radiographic Technician

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense; Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD) is seeking a Radiographic Technician to perform film and digital radiography inspections for aerospace and defense components. You will read images, evaluate acceptability, and document results in line with NAS 410, ASTM, and customer specs.

The role supports production, quality, and audits in a tight manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate has Level 2 radiography credentials, experience in aerospace/defense inspections, and strong

Qualifications

• Certified Level 2 Radiographic Testing Technician with experience in film radiography and digital / computed radiography preferred.
• Experience performing radiographic inspection in aerospace/defense environments preferred.
• Familiarity with NAS 410, ASTM requirements, customer specifications, and NDT procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, inspection requirements, and acceptance criteria.
• High attention to detail and strong documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic inspections using film and digital / computed radiography methods in accordance with approved procedures, technique sheets, customer requirements, ASTM standards, NAS 410 requirements, and applicable specifications.
• Read, interpret, and evaluate radiographic film and digital images to determine product acceptability.
• Set up and perform radiographic inspections while following established techniques, exposure requirements, safety practices, and quality standards.
• Support the creation, review, and maintenance of radiographic technique sheets and inspection documentation.
• Verify product compliance to drawings, specifications, and applicable inspection requirements.
• Complete accurate inspection records, image records, review documentation, and discrepancy reports as required.
• Maintain and support film and digital image databases, including retrieval of completed images and inspection records.
• Assist with calibration, system checks, process controls, and compliance requirements for radiographic equipment and related inspection tools.
• Support internal and external audits, customer reviews, safety reviews, and quality system requirements.
• Work with production, quality, engineering, and NDT personnel to support inspection priorities and resolve inspection-related questions.
• Support additional NDT methods as needed based on certification, training, and department requirements.

Skills

Radiographic Testing

NDT

Documentation

Reading drawings

Education

NDT Level 2 Certification

Job description

At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you!

Job Description The Radiographic Technician will support production and quality operations by performing radiographic inspection of aerospace and defense components using film and digital / computed radiography methods. This position is responsible for producing, reviewing, and documenting radiographic images in accordance with approved procedures, technique sheets, customer requirements, ASTM standards, NAS 410 requirements, and applicable drawing specifications. The ideal candidate will have strong hands‑on experience in Radiographic Testing, including both conventional film radiography and digital / computed radiography. This role requires attention to detail, sound technical judgment, accurate documentation, and the ability to work in a production environment while supporting quality, safety, audit readiness, and customer requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic inspections using film and digital / computed radiography methods in accordance with approved procedures, technique sheets, customer requirements, ASTM standards, NAS 410 requirements, and applicable specifications.
• Read, interpret, and evaluate radiographic film and digital images to determine product acceptability.
• Set up and perform radiographic inspections while following established techniques, exposure requirements, safety practices, and quality standards.
• Support the creation, review, and maintenance of radiographic technique sheets and inspection documentation.
• Verify product compliance to drawings, specifications, and applicable inspection requirements.
• Complete accurate inspection records, image records, review documentation, and discrepancy reports as required.
• Maintain and support film and digital image databases, including retrieval of completed images and inspection records.
• Assist with calibration, system checks, process controls, and compliance requirements for radiographic equipment and related inspection tools.
• Support internal and external audits, customer reviews, safety reviews, and quality system requirements.
• Work with production, quality, engineering, and NDT personnel to support inspection priorities and resolve inspection-related questions.
• Support additional NDT methods as needed based on certification, training, and department requirements.
• Maintain department supplies, records, and inspection resources as assigned.
• Follow all applicable safety requirements for radiographic operations and production work areas.

Preferred Qualifications / Requirements

• Certified Level 2 Radiographic Testing Technician with experience in film radiography and digital / computed radiography preferred.
• Experience performing radiographic inspection in an aerospace, defense, or highly regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
• Familiarity with NAS 410, ASTM requirements, customer specifications, and applicable NDT procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, inspection requirements, and acceptance criteria.
• Ability to evaluate radiographic film and digital images with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience producing radiographic film and CR images while following approved technique sheets.
• Experience supporting or creating radiographic technique sheets preferred.
• Familiarity with AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality system requirements preferred.
• PT Level 2 certification or experience may be considered, but Radiographic Testing is the primary focus of this position.
• N-Ray / NRT Level 2 certification or experience is considered a plus.
• Willingness and ability to train in additional NDT methods, including N-Ray, preferred.
• Strong documentation, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a production team environment while supporting internal and external customer requirements.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), headquartered in Simsbury, CT with facilities in Moorpark, CA, and Graham, KY is a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. Our capabilities include customized man-portable breaching systems; fully integrated payload system, subsystem or energetic component production; shock tube-based, signal transmission technology integrated with our highly reliable family of detonators; and armored vehicle solutions. EBAD also has extensive satellite/spacecraft and missile/aircraft/launch vehicle manufacturing capabilities for system initiation, signal transfer, separation release, actuation and deployment and flight termination. No matter what the mission, EBAD can provide tailored, customized solutions to address our customers' challenges.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.