Level III-UTI, LPI, MPI, RT, VT

Overview

The NDT Radiography Level III (Film and Non-Film) provides advanced technical expertise, leadership, and certification authority in radiographic testing for aerospace components and assemblies. The Level III is responsible for developing, qualifying, and approving radiographic techniques and procedures; training and certifying personnel; interpreting standards; and ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory, and aerospace requirements. This role covers both film-based and Computed Radiography (CR) systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, qualify, and approve NDT radiographic procedures, techniques, and work instructions in accordance with NAS-410, ASTM, Customer specification requirements, Nadcap, AS9100 and other contractual requirements.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for radiographic inspection (film and digital) methods.
• Interpret codes, standards, and customer requirements related to radiographic testing.
• Approve or disapprove radiographic inspection results and technical interpretations.
• Provide technical direction and oversight for Level I and Level II NDT personnel.
• Evaluate and validate new radiographic techniques, equipment, and software for compliance and performance.
• Support as method Level III for internal, external audits and customer approvals activities.
• Perform contract review to ensure customer requirements can be met and are implemented into internal quality system.
• Audit and review calibration requirements and maintenance of certifications for various inspection equipment in the inspection area.
• Create and provide training plans for trainees, Level 1 and Level 2 to ensure all qualification requirements are met to achieve certification status.
• Conduct performance reviews for all certified inspectors.
• Interface with customers for any technical information and guidance.
• Develop and update exams as required to ensure compliance with industry and customer requirements.
• Certify and recertify all qualified personnel in accordance with company and customer requirements.
• Review and approved external technical documents received for applicability to inspections.
• Develop and lead corrective action reviews on audit/NCR findings.
• Maintain Level III certification and any others required certifications for this position.
• Maintain compliance with radiation safety programs and regulations (e.g., NRC, OSHA, local authorities).
• Work with Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) to ensure safe operation of all radiographic equipment.
• Meet all quality, safety, and company policies and procedure requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills / Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 ASNT Certification and/or currently active NAS410 Level III certifications.
• Equivalent technical experience may be considered.
• Minimum 5–8 years of aerospace NDT experience, including at least 2 years at Level III.
• Proven expertise in both film-based and digital radiography (CR, DDA).
• Experience with Nadcap NDT accreditation and OEM audits (e.g., Boeing, Rolls-Royce, GE, Pratt & Whitney).
• Familiarity with NAS 410, ASTM (1742, E1032), SAE, and AS9100 radiography standards.
• In-depth knowledge of digital image processing, image quality indicators (IQIs), and density / sensitivity requirements.

Company Overview

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’. When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access. While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Diversity Statement

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”. All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.