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X-Ray Tech (Level I)

Howmet Aerospace
Hampton, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/18/2026
Responsibilities

This opening is with Howmet Aerospace – a world leader in investment casting of superalloys, aluminum and titanium primarily for jet aircraft and industrial gas turbine markets. For more information about Howmet Aerospace, visit us online at www.howmet.com .

Howmet has challenging opportunities for individuals who are excited to engage with us in growing our business. Join us where you will be part of a dedicated team to manufacture high tech products, safely, accurately, and efficiently, you will perform a variety of hands-on operations in accordance with standardized processes within customer specifications.

Howmet Aerospace is currently looking for an X-Ray Tech (Level I) to join our Industrial Gas Turbine (IGT) group in Hampton, Virginia.

New Hire Starting Rate: $23.63 p/hr.; After 6 months: $26.26 p/hr.

This position will receive an hourly “shift premium” of $1.00 p/hr. while assigned to an off shift.

Job Summary: The X-Ray Tech (Level I) will radiograph and inspect castings, sample parts, and structural members for flaws, cracks, or presence of foreign materials and process related deviations.

Essential Functions & Job Responsibilities:

  • Must possess the skills and knowledge to process parts, document results, and perform equipment standardization in accordance with approved work instructions.
  • Must possess the skills and knowledge to carry out any necessary preparation of parts before or after X-Ray inspection in accordance with approved work instructions.
  • Must possess the skills and knowledge to conduct system performance checks in accordance with the applicable process standards and customer requirements.
  • Must possess the skills and knowledge to advance into and successfully achieve Level II certification.
  • Must be receiving of guidance or supervision from a certified Level II or Level III.
  • Shall not accept or reject evaluations unless specified in writing and approved by the Level III.
  • Operates X-Ray and film processing equipment.
  • 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.

Skills and Abilities:

  • Internal certification with rectification every five years is required.
  • Ability to read, write, and apply concepts and use of basic math.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • A skills assessment will be administered to internal candidates to verify aptitude in the skills required to perform x-ray inspection.

Equipment Used: Various radiographic imaging equipment, 320 MEV, 450 MEV, and Linatron Units.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • An application must include a resume for review and consideration.
  • This position requires a minimum of high school diploma or GED certificate.
  • This position requires at least 1 year of related manufacturing and/or NDT experience/training.
  • Availability for all shifts (including 2nd shift, 3rd shift, and weekend shift) is necessary. The ability to work overtime and weekends is required as schedules may vary based on operational needs; flexibility is essential.
  • Employees 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.

About Us

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com

About The Team

The Howmet engines business produces world-class aerospace engine components, including investment castings, fasteners, rings and forgings. Our vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner and more fuel-efficient aerospace engines. Able to supply more than 90% of structural and rotating aerospace engine components.

Salary : $24 - $26

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