If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given. NDT Engineer (Radiographer) Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking. Package: £45,000 - £58,920 allowance (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience) Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Let us introduce the role AWE is seeking an experienced NDT Engineer to join the Non‑Destructive Testing Team, specialising in industrial radiography. The role requires strong technical capability, with NDT Level 2 qualifications compliant with recognised industry certification schemes such as PCN, SNT, EN4179, or equivalent. Experience in film radiography, digital radiography, or computed tomography (CT) is particularly desirable. Candidates with other NDT qualifications including Eddy Current, Penetrant, Ultrasonic, Thermographic, or Magnetic Testing will be considered. Key Responsibilities Conduct radiographic inspections using X‑ray film, digital, or CT systems. Set up and calibrate radiographic equipment for accurate imaging. Interpret films and digital images to identify defects and discontinuities. Produce and review RT procedures, technique sheets, and inspection reports. Comply with radiation safety regulations and licensing requirements. Act as a Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS) or operate under RPA guidance. Carry out pre‑job hazard assessments and confirm controls are in place. Support NDT process development, improvement, and qualification. Review engineering documentation to define inspection methods. Assist with root‑cause investigations for non‑conformances. Work with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to meet standards. Maintain and calibrate radiographic equipment to ensure compliance. Support enhancements to digital and computed radiography. Participate in audits and certification or customer compliance activities. Required Qualifications & Experience Level 2 Radiographic Testing (RT) certification (e.g. ASNT, PCN). Proven industrial radiographic testing experience. Strong understanding of radiation safety regulations and practices. Proficient in film and/or digital radiography (CR/DR). Skilled in interpreting engineering drawings and specifications. Desirable Skills Additional NDT certifications: UT, MT, PT, TT, ET. Experience in aerospace, automotive, oil & gas, nuclear, defence, or precision manufacturing. Knowledge of digital workflow and radiographic management software. Some reasons we think you’ll love it here: AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include: 9-day working fortnight – meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). 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. The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'. Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE Aldermaston and/or AWE Burghfield. LI-MR Next steps: Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don’t always ‘tick every box’. That’s why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don’t meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we’d love to receive your application. Important things you need to know: We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes. You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process. Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process. 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 will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions. Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.