NDT Radiographer
1 day ago
Oxford
NDT Technician (Level 2 Radiographer) Chalgrove Inspect it. Secure it. Trust it with lives! Advance your career in a role where engineering safety meets real-world impact. As an NDT Technician (Level 2 Radiographer) within our specialist inspection team at Chalgrove, youll join a tight-knit group of quality experts utilising high-integrity digital X-Ray and NDT processes. From the lab to the cockpit, your radiographic precision will validate cutting-edge aerospace technology built to perform in the most extreme, safety-critical environments. Direct Impact, Global Scale. Life-Saving Mission. At Martin-Baker, the work we do matters. We design, manufacture and support life-saving equipment used by aircrew around the world. Our products operate in demanding environments, where quality, reliability and attention to detail are critical. Were proud of our long history in aerospace and defence, also focused on the future. Joining Martin-Baker means becoming part of a business with a clear purpose, strong engineering capability and a long-term commitment to its people, products and customers. Whether you work in engineering, operations, commercial, finance, supply chain or support functions, your contribution helps deliver equipment that protects lives. It is challenging work, but it is also meaningful, and with over 7,700 lives saved, it gives our people the opportunity to be part of something with real impact. The Opportunity As an NDT Technician (Level 2 Radiographer), you will base your work at our specialist site in Chalgrove, acting as a critical line of defence to ensure aerospace component integrity. You will step into an elite quality environment where "precision saves lives" is an everyday reality, and where "near enough" is never good enough for aircrew around the globe. This is an exciting opportunity to work with digital X-Ray systems and advanced testing equipment within a world-class aerospace manufacturer. Youll gain deep exposure to high-integrity components while operating within a highly engaged, technical, and supportive team environment. What Youll Do Expert Inspection : Capture and interpret high-resolution digital X-Ray images to identify structural irregularities in mission-critical components. Specialist Testing : Utilise helium leak testing and mass spectrometry to ensure absolute hardware integrity. Data Integrity : Maintain meticulous records of test data, ensuring 100% component traceability via SAP. Team Collaboration : Work closely with QA, Engineering, and Production teams to uphold our world-class quality standards. Continuous Improvement : Contribute to 5S workspace initiatives and actively help refine our cutting-edge inspection processes. What Were Looking For NDT Certification : Current NDT Level 2 Radiographer certification under NAS410 or EN4179 standards (essential). Sector Experience : A proven track record in industrial X-Ray and NDT within the Aerospace, Defence, or Automotive sectors (essential. Note: Medical radiography backgrounds are not suitable). Technical Literacy : Practical ability to read complex engineering drawings alongside proficiency with digital X-Ray systems and SAP (essential). The Mindset : A dedicated self-starter with an uncompromising eye for detail and the ability to work autonomously. Share and demonstrate the Martin-Baker values. Our Values At Martin-Baker, we value professionalism, understanding, teamwork, humility, accountability and integrity. We look for people who take pride in their work, collaborate openly and act with care because the work we do matters. What We Offer Excellent pension package with strong employer support Martin-Baker contributes 9% of your salary (non-contributory to the employee), with further employer contributions that grow as you increase your own Life Assurance Lunchtime finish on a Friday Personalised training and development plan Healthcare plan 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Martin-Baker + (retail discounts platform) Occupational Health team Workplace Nursery Benefit scheme Cycle to work scheme How to Apply / Your Interview Journey Please submit your CV and should you wish, a brief covering letter outlining your suitability, including any relevant experience, skills and expertise you can bring to the role. Hit "Apply Now" Initial Telephone interview: A detailed conversation with your Recruitment Business Partner to understand your background and motivation for joining Martin-Baker. Final Stage Interview : A face-to-face site visit at our Chalgrove facility to meet the Hiring Manager, alongside a practical Trade Test to showcase your technical inspection expertise. We believe in equal opportunity, committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected. We want you to be able to do your best work. Martin-Baker is a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, showing our support and commitment to our Armed Forces and their families, proudly supporting those who serve. This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Governments Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). The role also involves access to information governed by U.S. Export Control Laws (including ITAR); therefore, all applicants must satisfy ITAR eligibility requirements. TPBN1_UKTJ