NDT Level II X-Ray

NDT Level II X-Ray

Hourly rate: $32.45 - $46.78 Per Hour

Role Summary/Purpose

Specializing in space industry products for satellites, launch vehicle and missile defense applications, our Long Beach, CA division offers seasoned expertise dating back to 1907. With modern-day technology encompassing complete COPV propellant and pressurant tank design and fabrication capabilities, we play an important role. Our proprietary spin-forming manufacturing capabilities provide enhanced technical solutions for various launch vehicle and satellite applications.

Headquartered in Connecticut we offer a competitive compensation & benefits package and a business culture that rewards performance. For additional information on PCX Aerosystems Santa Ana, please visit our website at https://pcxaero.com/long-beach/

Company Overview

PCX remains at the forefront of aerospace manufacturing, with highly-engineered, flight-critical components & complex assemblies for a diverse range of military & space applications. We're widely recognized as a premier source of proprietary tanks for fixed-wing & space applications & complex assemblies, including extendable refueling probes, landing gear, airframe structures & composites. Specializing in life-limited parts, our machining expertise extends to main rotor & power transmission systems for rotorcraft. We are a Company that embraces diversity. Employees enjoy the opportunity to grow professionally and network across Southern California.

Role Summary/Purpose

The role of NDT X-Ray Level II Technician will be to conduct NDT (Non Destructive Testing) inspections/tests utilizing conventional and digital methods, interpreting and evaluating results using specific techniques and complying with industry and customer requirements for aerospace products.

Essential Responsibilities

Ability to read and understand complex drawings related to weld inspections where NDT inspection is required.

Utilize industry standards, customer documents and technique sheets to identify the inspection criteria

Performing and documenting setup and standardization of equipment, keep up with equipment calibration and maintenance and order NDT supplies as needed.

Work with manufacturing documentation such as router, travelers or work orders, bill of materials and supplier and customer purchase orders.

Familiar with documenting nonconformance report when inspection results do not meet the blue print, technique or specification requirements.

Process parts in accordance with approved technical instructions; radiograph parts, interpret film and/or images to evaluate and document inspection results.

Maintain inspection records that can be readily available for daily reviews and audits.

Participate in NDT internal and customer audits.

Assist the Responsible NDT Level III in developing specific technique sheets, procedures and work instructions

Assist Level III in training new employees to company requirements

Support company's Key Performance Indications, goals and objective in terms of support, execution of tasks, collecting and analyzing data, reporting status of Quality Management System (QMS) compliance.

Perform these duties and any other duties required or requested to support compliance and sustainability of the NDT inspection process and the Quality Management System (QMS).

May grow into a Lead position within the NDT team. Additional would duties include, but are not limited to, setting and communicating work priorities to other members of the department, training and coaching department members of equal or lesser experience and technical skill, interfacing with other members of operational and support functions to ensure smooth workflow through the department.

Minimum Qualifications

5 years manufacturing experience in non-destructive testing (Radiographic Testing Method)

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Currently or previously certified to NDT Level II in X-Ray in accordance with NAS-410

Documented hours for Training, & Experience per NAS-410 Radiographic Testing Level II (either film or non-film (digital) methods). Documentation of formal training required.

Current documented radiation safety training (40 hour course)

Able to read and interpret blueprint and engineering drawings and be able to document non-conformances as required

Knowledge of manufacturing processes and controls such as machining, heat treat, and welding.

Must read and write in English

Desired Characteristics

Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and ability to work independently or with minimal supervision and in a team environment.

Ability to make sound and timely decisions based on relevant information

Demonstrate time management skills to meet inspection and delivery dates

Aerospace or aviation experience strongly desired

Familiarity with AS9100, NADCAP, and other Quality / NDT auditing / accreditation systems strongly preferred

Experience in the interpretation of flaws in welds strongly desired

Certification in other NDT methods (Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle Inspection, Ultrasonic inspection, Weld Inspection) strongly preferred.

Familiar with MRP and industry quality systems

Physical Requirements (Lifting, Walking, Bending, Stooping kneeling etc)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Work is performend in a separate laboratory enviornment where foreign object debris is cotrolled. No special PPE required other than face shield.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening and applicants must meet PCX Aerosystems security standards as imposed by DoD, including the issuance of any necessary security clearance by the U.S. Government within a reasonable time after commencement of employment. The Company 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 background investigation and drug screen.

PCX Aerosystems is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

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