NDT Radiography / UT / EC

Full Job Description

What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the end result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical?

For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK’s ultimate deterrent – Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counter-terrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions.

It takes a special sort of person to work at AWE. What if that person was you?

AWE is currently recruiting Radiographers, ideally with experience in Computed Tomography. We are seeking applicants from either Industrial or Medical Radiography backgrounds. Experience in the application of CT and/or X-Ray hardware will be considered. If possible, candidates may also have experience of diagnosis, automated inspection, or control.

L2 or L3 qualifications are desired however all training will be provided as well as a career path for ASNT Certification to advance your career as a non-destructive testing professional.  Your work will be involved in some of the most cutting-edge technology and innovative projects, shaping and ‘making amazing happen’. This role will be hands-on in the Radiography of Warhead Products, to develop and innovate, to establish validated future methods and advise on capability that is fit for Nuclear Weapon inspection. You will be working in a friendly team of similar professionals; we encourage personal growth to truly develop your potential as world class.

NDT Radiography / UT / EC

Salary - £35,720 - £45,000 (depending on your suitability and level of experience)

Location - Reading Area

Closing date – 4th December 2023

Duties to include:

• Develop and implement radiography / CT / UT / EC methods and processes.
• Advise and develop on best techniques for diagnosis, inspection, or control.
• Carry out duties to support the Safe System of Work for Radiography/UT/EC.
• Support delivery of written technical assessments
• Engage with the wider Radiography team, relevant AWE stakeholders and other functions to enhance inspection techniques. Inspect final products to ensure they are manufactured to a high standard.
• Work to company deadlines and targets.
• CPD for ASNT Certification.

As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include:

• Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave(plus every other Friday off work)
• Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
• A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution)
• Life Assurance
• Discounts – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family
• A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing – more information available on our careers site

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Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide us will be used to encourage and support you through the application process and will be held only for this purpose in accordance with GDPR.