Job Description
X-Ray Supervisor
Job Location:  Middletown, IA 52638
Teams:  Professional
Req Id:  3678
Posting Start Date:  8/24/26
Job Type:  Full-Time
Work Type:  Onsite
Job Description: 

See What Others Can’t. Lead What Matters.

Bring your Level III Radiography expertise to a role where precision, leadership, and sound judgment directly impact mission-critical quality. American Ordnance is seeking an experienced Radiography/NDT Supervisor to lead X-ray inspection operations, guide and develop radiography professionals, and ensure the highest standards of accuracy, safety, and product acceptance. You’ll oversee day-to-day X-ray operations, maintain critical training and compliance programs, and help ensure the ordnance and materials we produce meet demanding technical and customer requirements. If you have 5+ years of Level III Radiographer experience and are ready to take your technical expertise into a leadership role where every detail matters, you’ll have a purpose here.

As the X-Ray Supervisor here's the work you'll do:

  • Supervises X-ray staff, plans work schedules, oversees X-ray system operations per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Makes decisions regarding product acceptance. 
  • Assures radiation survey and eye test programs, Technicians training and related records are current. 
  • Monitors radiographer staff performance, documents records, ensures reader accuracy is maintained at a very high level. 

This role is for you if you have these skills:

  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret drawings, technical specifications and procedures, government regulations. Ability to schedule work. Ability to write business correspondence and reports. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, present information and respond to questions from direct reports, managers, and customers.
  • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as basic algebra, formulas, arithmetic, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions that apply to practical situations.
  • Ability to use 8 Step problem solving method solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations where only limited knowledge exists. Ability to interpret and apply a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Ability to assess and develop talent and work effectively in a team environment.

And if you have these qualifications:

  • Associate’s Degree (AA) in a technical field, physics or engineering Preferred OR
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in a technical field, physics or engineering Preferred
  • 5+ years 5 years as Level III Radiographer Required
  • Experience in project testing and system qualification Preferred
  • Must possess a valid REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, which includes the gold or black star in the upper corner, indicating it is federally compliant OR Current Passport.
  • A positive attitude and the ability to collaborate with team members is essential for contributing to a cohesive work environment.
  • Successful completion of a background screening process is mandated for all candidates.

 

Candidates may be required to satisfy additional job-related requirements, including those established and controlled by third parties, as part of the selection process.

 

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $61,680 - $92,520 annually. Please note that this range is not a guarantee of compensation; final offer amounts may vary based on experience and geographic location. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on the date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreeme

We care about our Employees and it shows!

Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!


To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

 

  • Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery 
  • Pushing or pulling (e.g., using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction, or in a dragging or hauling motion) 
  • Balancing (e.g., maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching etc.) 
  • Manual Dexterity (e.g., picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses the fingers) 
  • Stooping (e.g., bending the spine at the waist) 
  • Grasping (e.g., use of hand to apply pressure) 
  • Reaching (e.g., reaching the arms or legs in any direction) 
  • Feeling (e.g., perceiving an object’s size, shape, texture etc.)
  • Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 15 pounds 
  • Climbing (e.g., ascending/descending ladders, stair, scaffolding, ramps, pole etc. using feet and legs or hands/arms to climb) 
  • Walking 
  • Hearing 
  • Repetitive motions of any part of the body 
  • Talking 
  • Kneeling, crouching or crawling 
  • Capacity to think, concentrate and focus over long periods of time 
  • Ability to write complex documents in the [English] language 
  • Ability to read complex documents in [English] language
  • Capacity to express thoughts orally (e.g., accurately, quick and loudly convey spoken instructions to workers) 
  • Capacity to reason and make sound decisions 
  • Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bullet proof vest, or other equipment 
  • Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company’s office or work site
  • Ability to withstand environmental conditions (e.g., extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.) 

 

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-Talent Acquisition Partner: Fantasia Jacobs-Fuller

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