About this role
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.
NDT/NDI LEVEL II INSPECTOR – RADIOGRAPHY TESTING (FALCON)
The NDE Operations organization at SpaceX is an inclusive, interdisciplinary team that is committed to providing high-quality inspections of flight components and production assemblies. The breadth of exposure as an NDE Level II Inspector is immense, as the organization is responsible for a large diversity of inspection types across Falcon, Dragon, Starship, and Raptor programs. You will have the ability to engage with the process to provide continuous improvement to execute on the mission to make humanity interplanetary.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Perform surface and volumetric NDE inspections
• Interpret, evaluate, communicate, and report findings to production and engineering teams
• Interpret and review engineering drawings as required
• Support the development of NDE inspection techniques for complex geometries
• Support research and development of future ultrasonic technology for operational improvements
• Assist in training and developing others within the team
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• NDE level II certification in line with ASNT-TC-1A or NAS-410 or DoD guidance in Radiographic Testing (RT)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
• 2+ years of experience as a level II NDE/NDT inspector
• Nondestructive evaluation Level II certification in line with ASNT TC-1A, NAS-410, or DOD guidance in one or more of the following methods: Ultrasonic (UT), Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT), Eddy Current (ET), Digital Radiography (DR), or Computed Radiography (CR)
• Operational experience utilizing NDE methods for the inspection of weldments and castings
• Knowledge of UTEX InspectionWare software or equivalent
• Hands-on experience using portable digital equipment: Olympus EPOCH 600, USM Go/USM Go+ scopes
• Knowledge of NASA 5009 standards
• Knowledge of AMS, AWS/ASME, ASTM standards
• Experience with problem solving tools and techniques including: practical problem solving (PPS), and eight disciplines (8D)
• Basic understanding of lean principles: 5S, kaizen, continuous improvement initiatives
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft applications including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be able to lift 25lbs unassisted, bend, stretch, stand for extended periods of time, climb stairs, reach, twist, sit, and walk
• Shift times:
• 1st shift (Monday - Friday 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM)
• 2nd shift (Monday - Friday 2:00 PM - 12:30 AM)
• Weekend 1st shift (Thursday - Sunday 5:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
• Weekend 2nd shift (Thursday - Sunday 5:00 PM - 5:00 AM)
• Must be willing to work overtime and on weekends as needed
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