Radiographer Trainee-2nd Shift-Parker Aerospace

Radiographer Trainee-2nd Shift-Parker Aerospace

Group: Aerospace Group N. America

Division: Stratoflex Division (SPD)

Location: USA FORT WORTH TX STRATOFLEX

Job Family : Manufacturing

Job Type : Regular

Posted : May 8, 2026

Job ID: 65476

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At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: ''Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.'' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parkers goal of addressing the worlds most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Position Summary:

Entry level/trainee position for trained Radiographer with little to no experience. Works under the direct supervision of a SPD Certified Level 2 or 3 Radiographer and a Texas Department of State Health Services Certified Radiographic Trainer while gaining work experience and knowledge to prepare and process parts through Radiographic Inspection.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Radiograph parts utilizing approved SPD techniques and procedures while following all SPD and Texas Department of State Health Services Radiation guidelines.

• Setup exposures by positioning parts on film or image plate cassettes and exposing to radiation utilizing approved Radiographic techniques. Process film or image plates to obtain an acceptable image for Certified Radiographers to interpret.

Performs all required process checks while working under the direct supervision of a SPD Certified Level 2 or 3 Radiographer

• Become familiar with all codes, standards and other contractual documents that control the radiographic process while training.

• Performs all job duties in accordance with SPD safety guidelines, including the use of MSDS sheets as required.

• Perform preventive maintenance on Radiographic equipment as required per SPD procedures.

Secondary Responsibilities/Non Essential Functions:

• Maintains a satisfactory high level of performance while following appropriate procedures and observing all pertinent safety rules and requirements

• Maintains appropriate knowledge and ability levels to efficiently perform all assigned work and utilizes this knowledge base to become proficient on new/unfamiliar assignments

• Observes all company policies and procedures, including safety rules, and maintains a clean and orderly work area.

• Actively participates in lean/continuous initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement. Applies lean concepts and tools in work areas.

• Maintain high ethical/quality standards in all assigned work.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

Qualifications (relevant experience, education and training):

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent and successful completion of 80 hours of Radiographic Classroom Training per the requirements of NAS-410 or A.A.S NDT Degree. No previous radiographic experience required.
• Must have completed a 40-hour Radiation Safety Class that is approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services.
• Must have the ability understand codes, standards, and other contractual documents that control the method utilized.
• Must have the ability to understand commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
• Must have the ability to complete a minimum of 1600 hours of Radiographic on the job training to become eligible for Radiographic Level 2 certification.
• Must be able to effectively demonstrate team member competencies and participate in goal setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities.
• Requires Vision examination per the requirements of QCS-131.
• Must be able to interpret reports and use job specific software applications. Able to use employee self-service systems to access on-line information and use specialized automated systems (i.e. PMR, TORS, email)
• The person in this position frequently communicates with co-workers about work product and processes and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Must be able to read and understand written instructions, procedures, drawings and blueprints. Demonstrates effective interpersonal communication skills as well as the ability to work in a team environment.
• Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to utilize computer to access specifications and complete Radiographic inspection reports. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Typical Mental and Physical Demands:

The person in this position needs to intermittently move about inside the plant to transition parts through the assigned work areas. The team member frequently remains in a stationary position. The team member has frequent exposure to x-ray equipment and noise and frequently moves materials weighing up to 30 lbs. around the plant.

(The essential functions have been provided as examples of types of work performed by team members assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified team members can perform the essential functions of the job. The physical and mental demands described above are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.)

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.

• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay

• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay

• Career development and tuition reimbursement

• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.

• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.

• Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

• Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parkers policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

• This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

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