NDE Level II Inspector - Eddy Current (ET) at SpaceX
McGregor, TX, 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 - EDDY CURRENT (ET)
An NDE Level II Inspector position at SpaceX sits within the quality control network supporting production as part of the NDE organization within Materials Engineering department. The NDE function is organized within focused production area cells alongside the production activities utilizing multiple and varied inspection methods to efficiently provide quality control and protect product reliability.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform near surface NDE inspections with eddy current and dye penetrant 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 into new processes and inspection methodologies for operational improvement and optimization
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent
2+ years of experience as a Level II NDE/NDT inspector
NDE Level II certification in line with aSNT-TC-1A or NAS-410 guidance in Eddy Current (ET)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
NDE Level II certification in line with ASNT-TC-1A or NAS-410 guidance in multiple methods
Current American Welding Society certified welding inspector (CWI)
Basic computer skills: Microsoft applications - word, power point, excel etc
Knowledge of Uniwest / Nortec Eddy Current machines or equivalent
Knowledge of EddyFi Ectane machines and Magnifi software
Operational experience utilizing PAUT systems for the inspection of weldments
Knowledge of Zetec Ultravision and/or Olympus Tomoview software
Hands on experience using portable digital equipment such as Olympus EPOCH 600
Knowledge of industry standards including AMS, AWS / ASME, ASTM, and ABS
Problem Solving tools and techniques: Practical Problem Solving (PPS), 8D, 5 Whys
Basic understanding of lean principles: 5s, Kaizen, Continuous improvement initiatives
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Travel up to 75% of the time
Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted, bend, stretch, stand for extended periods of time, climb stairs, reach, twist, sit, walk, and/or run
Willingness to work overtime hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines
Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
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.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.