NDT Technician in Chalgrove, ENG

NDT Technician (Radiography) – PCN/ASNT Level 1

Chalgrove | £28,500–£35,540 | Permanent

A globally recognised aerospace manufacturer in Chalgrove is looking for an NDT Technician to join its pyrotechnic manufacturing operation. You’ll be carrying out non-destructive testing on cartridges and rocket motors in a precision, safety-critical environment, using advanced digital radiography and CT equipment, mass spectrometers, and proof firing chambers on live energetic components.

What you’ll be doing:

• Performing radiographic inspection using DR and CT equipment to detect anomalies and verify the correct assembly of cartridge and rocket motor assemblies
• Interpreting and analysing radiographic images and test data, and reporting findings against acceptance criteria
• Carrying out helium leak testing using a mass spectrometer to verify escapement rates against agreed test limits
• Conducting visual inspection of cartridges and rocket motors to engineering drawings, company requirements, and specifications
• Supporting proof firing of cartridges and rocket motors, including chamber setup and analysis of firing data
• Identifying, recording, and escalating non-conformances, and supporting investigations as needed
• Maintaining accurate inspection records, batch tracking, and component locations in SAP
• Safely handling and transporting energetic components between stores, magazines, and process rooms
• Contributing to risk assessments, safe systems of work, explosive safety, and 5S audits

What you need:

• Level 1 Radiographer certification (PCN or ASNT), which is essential
• Experience in an NDT or testing environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, route cards, and technical documentation
• Solid data analysis and PC skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with digital X-ray systems (desirable)
• SAP experience (desirable)

What’s on offer:

• £28,500–£35,540 total package: £28,500–£29,000 base salary, rising to approximately £34,930–£35,540 with shift allowance
• Initial 6-month days period to learn the role thoroughly
• Move to 4 on 4 off (07:00–16:30) after 6 months, with a 22.6% shift allowance
• Early finish Fridays on day shift (08:00–12:00)
• Strong benefits package
• Long-term stability, with over a decade of secured contracts

This is a specialist NDT role working with live pyrotechnic components in a tightly regulated environment. If you have a radiography or NDT background and want to apply your skills somewhere genuinely different, this is a rare opportunity.

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