Rolls-Royce
Manufacturing Lab Technologist – NDT L3 in Digital or Film X-Ray
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Manufacturing Lab Technologist – NDT L3 in Digital or Film X-Ray
Location: Derby
Employment Type: Full Time
We are seeking individuals with an existing NDT L3 qualification in Digital or Film X-Ray or an individual with an existing L2 qualification who has the passion and desire to develop into a L3.
We're looking for an individual to join the NDT team within the ME community and to interact with other teams, management, design engineers, and the shop-floor workforce.
Our Compression Systems Business is responsible for the manufacture of all elements of the Compressor within our Gas Turbine Engines, including Fan Cases, Fan Blades, Compressor Discs and Drums, Shafts, and Compressor Blades.
This role is part of the HQ NDT Team and will primarily support the Domestic Manufacturing Plant in Derby as well as broader sites within Compression Systems.
Why join Rolls-Royce?
At Rolls-Royce, we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting, and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you’ll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that champions belonging, creativity, and your professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain technical control of NDT activities in accordance with the requirements of the controlling procedures and customer specification.
- Review component manufacturing sequencing for adequacy.
- Ensure the appropriate tests are conducted throughout the manufacturing cycle based on the processes used.
- Write the NDT inspection instructions and declare any limitations to the process.
- Approve NDT procedures and work instructions for technical adequacy.
- Conduct practical examinations and oversee written examinations after obtaining the necessary delegation.
- Review component drawings for adequacy, content, and inspection capability.
- Implement process improvements to reduce cost, improve quality, and reduce lead time.
- Maintain all approvals for NDT Inspectors in accordance with the controlling specifications, including annual appraisals, 5-yearly re-approvals, performance, and process monitoring.
- Maintain vision requirements for NDT Inspectors in accordance with RRP58000.
- Maintain contact with NDT Suppliers, sub-contractors, and other R-R NDT Level 3’s.
- Interface satisfactorily on a personal basis with technical and non-technical people within their and related departments where appropriate.
- Inter-relate their technical activities with other associated departmental activities and other areas where appropriate and demonstrate an understanding of the department’s role within the company.
- Maintain internal NDT audits as per Quality requirements (e.g., NUCAP).
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The successful individual will not only undertake their L3 responsibility in their primary role, they will also be trained and developed to undertake one or more other techniques to provide clear capability improvements & business continuity within Compression Systems.
Who we’re looking for:
Ideal candidates would possess the following key skills:
- Level 3 approval in Digital or Film X-Ray.
- Additional Skills:
- Experience in Visual and Binocular inspection of chemically etched surfaces.
- Qualified to degree level in Materials Science, Metallurgy, or an appropriate Engineering discipline.
- Working towards or have already achieved Chartered Engineer status (UK) or other national equivalent.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Data-driven approach to problem-solving.
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The role is primarily based on D-Site, Derby, however, as a Central/HQ position, you will provide not only direct Operational Support to the D-Site factories but will also provide Business Level support across the Compression System Facilities for your appropriate NDT skill capabilities.
Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is desirable but not essential.
Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient, and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.
Rolls-Royce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Closing date: 8th July 2026
As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.
Job Category: Manufacturing Engineering
Posting Date: 10 Jul 2026; 00:07
Posting End Date: 16 Jul 2026
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