Howmet Aerospace is hiring a Level 1 X-ray technician at its Laval, Quebec casting operation. The technician radiographs castings to find cracks, flaws and foreign material, handles film processing and chemistry, and reports results against customer and Howmet quality standards. Applicants need Level I certification or must pass the certification exam with at least 80% within the set time; the posting is written in French.

Methods: RT · Level: Level I · Sector: Aerospace castings

What the job involves

Radiograph cast parts and sample sections to detect defects, cracks or foreign bodies
Check radiation intensity and choose exposure, film type, distance and time using established techniques
Operate the X-ray console, develop film and maintain processing chemistry
Carry out daily processor and densitometer calibrations and set up measuring instruments
Apply acceptance criteria, compile results into reports and keep scrap records
Keep the area stocked and follow environment, health and safety programs

What you need

Technical college diploma (DEC), preferably in metallurgy, or equivalent
Level I certification already held, or a pass of at least 80% on the certification exam within the deadline
Able to read customer specifications and drawings and understand quality control requirements
Aptitude to progress to Level II certification
Six months to a year of prior Level I experience is an asset

Pay and conditions

Full-time, on-site
Posting published in French

How to apply

Apply directly with Howmet Aerospace: the Apply for this job button opens this vacancy on the Howmet Aerospace careers site. NDT Inspect found it on the employer’s careers page and checked that it was open on 14 September 2026. It is listed here until 14 December 2026.