NDE Level II Inspector, Radiography Testing (RT) - Travel (2nd Shift) at SpaceX
Cape Canaveral, FL, United States
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
NDE LEVEL II INSPECTOR, RADIOGRAPHIC TESTING (RT) - TRAVEL (2ND SHIFT)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform volumetric NDE inspections with advanced radiographic techniques: traditional analogue, computed and digital
Perform surface NDE inspections with dye penetrant and visual inspection methods
Interpret, evaluate, communicate and report findings to production and engineering
Interpret and review engineering drawings as required
Support the development of NDE inspection techniques for complex geometries
Assist in training and developing others within the team
Support research and development of system qualification and certification for critical processes
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of experience as a level II non-destructive evaluation/testing inspector
NDE level II certification in line with ASNT TC-1A/NAS-410 guidance in radiography (RT)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Radiation safety training/certification with IRRSP X-ray card (X-ray)
Computed or direct digital certification
3+ months of experience performing radiography inspection with a X-ray tube head
Experience evaluating weld quality inspections with computed or digital radiography
Experience performing NDE testing within the aerospace industry
Knowledge developing computed or digital radiography inspection techniques
Experience handling imaging plates and operating computed radiography scanners and digital detector array panels
Knowledge of Carestream, DURR, or YXLON inspection equipment
NDE level II certification in line with NAS410 guidance in dye penetrant (PT) and visual inspection (VT)
Certified weld inspector status (CWI)
Experience inspecting advanced materials such as high strength aluminum alloys, precipitation hardened steels, Inconel, titanium and maraging steel (super alloys)
Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
Knowledge of NASA 5009 standards
Knowledge of AMS, AWS/ASME, ASTM, etc.
Problem solving tools and techniques: practical problem solving (PPS), Eight Disciples (8D)
Basic understanding of lean principles: 5S, kaizen, continuous improvement initiatives
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Able to work 2nd shift: 6am - 6pm
Able and willing to travel to other SpaceX sites (up to 100%)
Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
Ability to lift 25 lbs unassisted, bend, stretch, stand for extended periods of time, climb stairs, reach, twist, sit, and walk
Available to work overtime and weekends as required
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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