Radiography Supervisor

Job Description:

The Radiography Supervisor is responsible for the execution of non-destructive testing (NDT) in support of daily production, test, and anomaly investigations. This role involves planning and assigning work to radiology services team members, evaluating and monitoring radiology quality assurance programs to conform with federal and state regulations, and implementing standards and procedures for processing radiographic film.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) RT Level 3

Development of new NDT processes and procedures in accordance with customer specs and national standards

Ensure compliance with customer and government regulations

Perform annual system audits on NDT areas and personnel

Provide guidance and expertise to proposals, engineering, and manufacturing as it relates to NDT

Comply with company safety requirements, policies, and procedures

Verify that technicians are competent to conduct their work and have been adequately trained

Owner of relevant internal NDT specifications (CT/KY/CA) including review and update to ensure compliance

Support daily production NDT needs, scheduling, and coordinating of products for effective throughput

Lead customer audits as the SME for all three (3) sites (CT / KY / CA)

Responsible for all technician training certifications - Initial, annual, and re-certification (5yrs)

Coordinate training to eliminate any single point failures

Responsible for all safety training including eye exams

Responsible for overseeing radiation dosimetry badges and maintaining radiation exposure records

Responsible for waste management

Ensure adequate supplies to perform all X-Ray functions can be met

Coordinate and maintain good relationships with Trainers / Supply vendors

Capable of justification and execution of large capital projects when equipment purchases are needed

Work with Health & Safety for yearly State certifications

CT - Continue to work with PRI (Performance Review Institute) to host audits for Nadcap Certification

Willing to travel as needed to support audits in KY/CA

Oversee ECE (Electronics Center of Excellence) X-Ray cabinet maintenance

Provide in-house on-boarding X-Ray training for all levels

Maintain 5-year plan for CT/ KY/ CA to include - People, process, equipment

Attend training and seminars to continue Level 3

Capable to adjust and assist with anomalies when required

Responsible for Technician performance reviews including tag-ups and annual reviews

Goal planning for technicians all sites CT/ KY/ CA

Accessible 24/7 due to locations of plants and safety concerns

Requirements:

Certified Responsible Level 3

Proven leadership skills and minimum of 5 years experience managing a team required

Preferred hands-on experience with products in a low volume, high mix aerospace environment

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teams

In-depth knowledge of NDT processes, certifications, and required training

Must be able to effectively communicate with customers and with multiple levels of the organization within a team environment. Excellent verbal and written skills

Experience with, and understanding of, military, aerospace, and industry specifications and requirements

Candidates must meet all requirements under BATFE and ITAR

Proficient with ERP system and Microsoft suite of software

About Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company:

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is a global leader in precision energetic systems and other innovative explosives, non-explosive, and electromechanical solutions for the defense and aerospace markets. We are committed to delivering the best products for our customers and ultimately the world. Our businesses are unified by a common shared operating system and a common set of Core Values. We conduct business in a manner that reflects the highest human and ethical standards, with a commitment to mutually beneficial partnerships, and a belief in the efficacy of genuine economic and social service.