Principal Quality NDT Tech

About the Company

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch—products that move people, protect soldiers, and power industries. This role is in Textron System’s Marine & Land Systems business area.

About the Role

We believe people should love what they do. In this role, you will work with a team of radiographers, perform calibrations, nondestructive tests, and evaluations for acceptance or rejection determinations according to written instructions while recording results. The selected individual will interpret weld requirements from various processes in accordance with Military Standard 2035, AWS Specifications, and ASME Section IV.

Responsibilities

• Able to perform the duties as site Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) if required.
• Set up and utilize radiographic testing equipment.
• Actively participate in Radiation safety Programs.
• Ensure the work or radiation area is controlled.
• Calibrate radiographic testing equipment as required.
• Conduct radiographic tests to ensure quality or detection of discontinuities.
• Establish techniques for proper examination of welds under inspection while ensuring strict adherence to safety rules and regulations.
• Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications or standards and evaluate results.
• Interpret radiographs.
• Organize and report test results.
• Complete, maintain and/or submit daily radiation reports for management review, as required.
• Perform specialized inspections as required.
• Train and/or provide direction to current, new, or lower-level employees, including leading a group, as required.
• Perform other job-related tasks as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Five (5) plus years of related NDT and/or Radiographer level II experience.
• Two (2) plus years of Radiographer level II experience as a lead radiographer.
• Ensure compliance with all training requirements mandated by the state of Louisiana for a Radiation Safety Officer (RSO).
• Maintain all required documentation and state paperwork as the site RSO.
• Demonstrated technical background in related NDT methods and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively perform assigned Level II radiographer tasks and interpret results of inspections.
• Must obtain Level II certifications both internally and through ASNT in methods identified within 6 months of employment.
• Must obtain Louisiana dual certification in X-ray and radioactive material within 6 months of employment.
• General knowledge of PT and VT is required; advanced knowledge of other NDT methods is a plus.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computers and MS Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interface effectively within and across teams both internally and externally as required.
• Willingness and flexibility to work extended hours as needed to accomplish tasks with little or no prior notification.

Qualifications

• Associates or vocational degree preferred.

Physical Demands

The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met to successfully and safely perform the essential functions of this job:

• Postural: Ability to move extremities and spine through a sufficient range of motion for tasks from floor to overhead level. Flexing, twisting, and awkward postures occasionally required.
• Dexterity: Good dexterity with frequent use of one or two hands for tasks involving fingering, gripping, and manipulation.
• Cardiorespiratory Demand: Sufficient fitness to perform medium work involving heavy lifting and tolerate medium demands in various temperature and humidity ranges.
• General Physical Activities: Includes standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, body twisting, sense of touch, manual dexterity, speaking clearly, seeing (distant/reading), reaching, hearing, depth perception, color vision, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, climbing stairs, and balancing.
• Physical Demand Level: Medium—lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling not to exceed 60 lbs.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

Textron Systems is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.