JOB SUMMARY:
The position of X-Ray Technician falls under the department of non-destructive testing and will primarily utilize x-ray machines to inspect, analyze and interpret the findings on repaired aircraft and industrial engine components.
Under the guidance of the Company NDT Level III, exercise the privileges of company certifications to prepare, process, and inspect parts using radiographic nondestructive testing methods. This role ensures product quality and compliance with applicable industry, manufacturer, and governmental bodies standards by detecting defects, cracks, and inconsistencies with repaired turbine engine components.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Component Repair Technologies, Inc. (CRT) began as a locally family-owned business, with operations in Mentor, OH since 1985, and grew into a global leader (500+ employees) in the aerospace MRO sector. Specializing in the repair and overhaul of turbine engine components, CRT proudly serves the world’s largest airlines and jet engine manufactures. Component Repair Technologies is focused on our valued employees, customers, and community.
In 2025, CRT became a Safran Aircraft Engines company as a Center of Excellence for the repair of large jet engine parts in the Americas.
For over 120 years, Safran, through its Aircraft Engines subsidiary, designs, produces, markets and supports, alone or in partnership, aircraft engines offering world-class performance and reliability. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible.
Operating through CFM International, its 50/50 joint venture with GE Aerospace, Safran Aircraft Engines is the world’s leading supplier of single-aisle commercial jet engines, the CFM56 and LEAP. Safran Aircraft Engines is fully committed to sustainable aviation through the RISE (Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines) technology development program. Safran Aircraft Engines also deploys a global network providing a full range of support, maintenance & repair services.
Visit www.componentrepair.com and www.safran-group.com for more information. Take-off in your career, learn new skills and become part of a world-class workforce.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Follow established safety protocols and guidelines to ensure full compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
2. Set up, operate, and standardize x-ray equipment to process parts, interpret and evaluate for acceptance or rejection of repair, and document the results.
3. Maintain currency and be thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the technique/method utilized.
4. Conduct system performance checks in accordance with the applicable process standard.
5. Develop work instructions from approved general procedures. Such work instructions shall require final approval by a Level III certified in the method.
6. Choose the applicable technique and generate the images as instructed.
7. Once images are prepared, inspect and evaluate any findings to rejection criteria provided.
8. Visually inspect affected area to verify a surface condition is not causing a false positive.
9. Document all findings on the forms required by the company to ensure findings are clearly recorded for service history and repair requirements.
10. Define type of defect when possible. Describe location, size, and orientation. Plot indications on drawings when provided.
Required Qualifications:
1. Three to five years of experience as a Level II in NDT methods for which qualification and /or certification shall be required.
2. The ability to interpret and follow written and verbal instructions accurately, including reading and interpretation of shop drawings.
3. Previous experience in the use of overhead cranes.
4. Shown a previous ability to successfully pass skill level tests in other trades or disciplines.
5. General knowledge of turbine engine component repairs, including welding, heat treat, machining, and coatings.
6. Possess a current IRRSP card and/or the ability to pass the IRRSP certification class and radiation safety class.
Other Qualifications:
1. High school or technical school graduate or equivalent.
2. Some college level (or similar) courses in areas such as, but not limited to, metallurgy, welding engineering and manufacturing processes helpful.
3. Basic knowledge of computers and standard software programs.
4. Previous experience and/or the ability to perform mathematical operations, including working with decimals, fractions, and basic shop math.
5. Previous experience or familiarity with measuring gages such as calipers and micrometers.
Work Environment:
1. This position has pre-employment testing requirements that includes a vision test required to meet minimum standards for qualification, including color perception and near vision.
2. Follow general shop safety procedures including the use of safety glasses, safety toe shoes, and hearing protection when required.
3. Work in varying positions from time to time. Stand and/or sit for portions of the shift. Move parts (>50 pounds) using hoists, slings, carts, or other handling methods. Move less heavy parts (<50 pounds) with or without hoists, slings, or carts.
4. Occasionally use powered and hand-held tools.
5. Due to the complexity of the processing of parts, the NDT Level II position must obtain supervisory prior permission for all shift early reports.
COMPANY BENEFITS
Our employees and families are the number one asset at CRT. A progressive and innovative benefits package is in place, such as:
- CRT currently offers two excellent health care options, one being a fully funded program (no premiums for employee and family) and the other being a traditional employee premium contribution. Programs include health, vision, and dental coverages. Additional programs include short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
- The company offers a 401k program with company match.
- Continuing education is offered via multiple sources and opportunities with tuition reimbursement based on eligibility requirements.
- Traditional paid time off (PTO) is offered via vacation days and personal days.
- Multiple shift opportunities with hourly premiums for off-shifts are offered.
- To review other benefits, visit our website at www.componentrepair.com/careers or Facebook page www.facebook.com/ComponentRepair to see, “what we are up to.”
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PARTICIPATION
Component Repair Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/H/V.
CRT is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace and promoting the health and well-being of its employees. It is the Company’s policy to only hire individuals who do not use drugs. All candidates will be screened for drug use prior to hire. Employment opportunities at CRT are open to all qualified applicants solely based on their job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. CRT complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws with regards to equal employment opportunity.
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