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Job Summary 

Radiographs and inspects industrial gas turbine castings, and structural members for flaws, cracks, or presence of foreign materials and process related deviations by performing the following duties.

Follow Howmet’s Safety Regulations and Work Rules Handbook along with all departmental specific safety requirements.

Operates x-ray and film processing equipment.

• Have the skills and knowledge to set-up and standardize equipment, process parts, interpret and evaluate for acceptance or rejection, and document results.
• Be thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the x-ray technique and inspection method.
• Have the skills and knowledge to conduct system performance checks in accordance with the applicable process standards and customer requirements.
• Be capable of providing the necessary guidance and/or supervision to trainees and Level 1 personnel.
• Be familiar with the codes, standards, and other contractual documents that control the x-ray method.
• Be capable of developing work instructions from approved general procedures.  Such work instructions shall require final approval by the x-ray Level 3.
• Have a basic knowledge of relevant product manufacturing and inspection technology.
• Perform systems checks, and calibrations on all associated equipment related to x-ray film process within predetermined limits. 
• Must comply with all company attendance policies and guidelines; this includes, but is not limited to, regular attendance and occasional overtime.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Reads, analyzes, and interprets general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Effectively present information and respond to questions from management.
• Calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, and circumference.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Have the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Job Specifications

Skills and Abilities

• Internal certification with rectification every five years required.
• Reads, analyzes, and interprets general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Effectively present information and respond to questions from management.
• Calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, and circumference.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Basic Requirements

• This position requires a minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree.
• Must have current or previous X-Ray film Level 2 certification from one of these Industry Standards.  Candidate must show documentation of certification status.
  •  ASNT SNT-TC-1A, Personnel Qualification and Certification in nondestructive Testing 
  • AIA / NAS-410, NAS Certification Y Qualification of Nondestructive Test Personnel.
• Experience
  • This position requires a minimum of 4 years’ experience as a certified film Level 2 inspector.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com/joinus