Level II Radiographer (RT) Aerospace Castings

XCEL NDT LLC | Midwest Project

Position type: Contract / project-based (approx. 6 months, with potential to extend) Shifts: 2nd shift and 3rd shift; overtime as needed Location: Onsite, Midwest (exact location provided to qualified candidates) Candidates must be willing to work onsite; relocation/travel candidates welcome, 7 days a week per diem

About the Role

XCEL NDT is hiring experienced Level II Radiographers (RT) for an aerospace casting inspection project in the Midwest. These are full radiographic roles — you'll both shoot and interpret. Technicians will set up and perform radiographic exposures on aerospace castings, including aluminum and magnesium alloys, then read and disposition the film, working alongside a Responsible Level III and the customer's quality team. We need people who can run the technique at the part and grade the film — strong candidates are comfortable on both sides of the operation.

We're staffing both shooters and interpreters — and the strongest candidates do both. If you have aerospace casting RT experience and dual shooter cards, we want to talk.

What You'll Do

Shooting (producing radiographs):

• Set up and perform radiographic exposures on aerospace castings using X-ray and gamma/isotope sources
• Select and apply correct techniques, source-to-film distances, exposure parameters, and shot placement per work instructions and customer specifications
• Handle radiation sources and equipment safely and in accordance with all radiation-safety rules
• Process film and verify radiograph quality, density, and sensitivity; reshoot as needed
• Mark film with correct serial numbers and shooter identification

Interpreting (reading film):

• Read and interpret radiographic film to identify defects in aerospace castings and mark for acceptance or rejection
• Verify technique, identify discrepancies, and communicate corrections to the team and supervisor
• Confirm serial numbers and shooter identification to ensure correct film-to-casting matching
• Record and document inspection results per work instructions and the direction of the Responsible Level III
• Recognize poor film quality and take corrective steps
• Maintain accurate records to company and customer standards

The NDE Technician will be performing calibrations, Nondestructive Tests, and evaluations for acceptance or rejection determinations according to written instructions and record results. Level II Technicians are qualified to set up and calibrate equipment and to interpret and evaluate results with respect to applicable codes, standards, and specifications. Level II Technicians are thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the method of NDT being used and should exercise assigned responsibility for on-the-job training and guidance of Assistants and Level I Technicians.

Level II Technicians organize and report results of NDT.

Responsibilities Include but are not limited to: Set up and calibrate nondestructive testing equipment . Conduct tests to ensure quality or detect discontinuities (defects) using NDT methods of inspection . Establish techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations . Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications or standards and evaluate results . Interpret radiographs, cathode ray tube (CRT) or digital readouts, conductivity meters and visual indicators . Organize and report test results . Perform specialized inspections . May instruct and supervise others .

Perform other job-related tasks as assigned by management Education and

Experience: NDT Level II RT with OJT and state card . NDT Level II MT, PT, UTT Preferred . Technical background in NDT methods and procedures .

Demonstrated ability to effectively perform assigned NDT tasks and interpret results of inspections . Knowledge of NDT equipment . High School Diploma or equivalent Requirements . Complete and pass a DISA Background check .

Complete and pass all required Drug Screens . Complete and pass site specific safety council . MUST TEST OUT IN ALL REQUIRED METHODS WITH XCEL