NDT Level III – X-Ray Technician

Description

Montana Precision Products (MPP) is at the forefront of manufacturing excellence, specializing in producing complex and high-precision components for the aerospace and industrial sectors. At MPP, you’ll be part of a team that uses state-of-the-art technology to create components that power some of the most recognizable aircraft in the world, including the Boeing 737 MAX, the Airbus A320neo, and other commercial aircraft.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance and a Health Reimbursement Account
• Career Growth and Promotional Paths
• Generous Paid Time Off That Starts Accruing Day 1
• 401(k) with Match
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Annual Performance Based Incentives
• Cross Training Raises of 3% and 6%
• Profit Sharing
• Depending on Number of Areas Certified in
• Overtime Opportunities
• Employee Recognition and Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance
• Paid Paternity and Maternity Leave
• Earn More with our Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Safety First Culture

The NDT Level III – X-Ray Technician role is responsible for leading and continuously improving the non-destructive testing program at MPP in alignment with AS9100, NADCAP, and customer-specific requirements. This position plays a key role in ensuring the site’s compliance with industry standards and regulatory guidelines, with primary focus on Radiographic Testing (X-Ray). The Level III will develop and execute NDT strategies, train and certify NDT personnel, and serve as a technical authority for radiographic inspection methods.

• Maintain NDT Level III certification in Radiographic Testing (RT) per NAS-410 and/or ASNT SNT-TC-1A
• Provide leadership in the implementation and continual improvement of X-Ray testing procedures, techniques, and equipment
• Develop and approve procedures, work instructions, and specific test techniques for X-Ray inspection
• Provide technical oversight and guidance to Level I and Level II personnel, including OJT and classroom training
• Certify and evaluate trainee progress; manage NDT personnel qualification programs
• Interpret, evaluate, and report radiographic test results in compliance with customer, industry, and internal standards
• Set up, calibrate, operate, and maintain X-Ray equipment, ensuring all process control checks are conducted as required
• Maintain all required documentation, including logs, test records, and reports, ensuring audit readiness at all times. Coordinate audit preparedness and support NADCAP, AS9100, and customer audits as applicable
• Review manufacturing routers, engineering drawings, specifications, and procedures to support NDT operations
• Achieve MPP internal certifying agent status and obtain additional customer approvals as needed
• May serve as the designated Responsible Level III per NAS-410
• Evaluate and approve new technologies and tools related to Radiographic Testing
• Ensure safety practices are strictly followed, especially related to radiation exposure and PPE use
• Perform job duties in a safe, quality-focused manner, including visual and physical inspection of parts such as welds, brazes, castings, and formed components

• 1st Shift: 6am-4:30pm, Monday-Thursday

• U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to U.S. export-controlled technology
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or equivalent experience (per NAS-410)
• Documented experience and training as a Level III in Radiographic Testing per NAS-410
• Previous or current Level III RT certification required; additional NAS-410 or ASNT-sanctioned certifications a plus
• Strong knowledge of aerospace specs, industry codes, and quality standards (e.g., AS9100, NADCAP)
• Experience interpreting and evaluating flaws in castings, welds, machined parts, brazes, and formed tubing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for reporting and procedural documentation
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
• Comfortable using precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, comparators, radiation meters, etc.)
• Must successfully pass a vision screening
• Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English

• Significant aerospace manufacturing experience supporting NDT methods
• Strong record of safety, attendance, and punctuality
• Flexible, dependable, and able to adjust to changing priorities
• Produces accurate, high-quality work and completes documentation correctly
• Willingness to train across multiple NDT methods
• Team-oriented with the ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Demonstrates sound judgment and decision-making using available data and experience
• Positive history of feedback exchange and continuous improvement mindset