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Vast · 13 hours ago

NDE Engineer

Long Beach, California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$99K/yr - $220K/yr

10+ years exp

Vast is a company focused on building artificial gravity space stations to enable long-term human presence in space. They are seeking an NDE Engineer to support the development of inspection systems necessary for the design and construction of these space habitats.

Defense & Space

Culture & Values

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and execute feasibility studies, Probability of Detection (POD) studies, and qualification plans for inspection systems

Provide expert-level guidance on all NDT matters across the program lifecycle

Prepare and author detailed NDT procedures for various programs and parts

Design and implement part-specific NDE techniques for complex geometries and materials

Manage end-to-end development of automated NDE inspection systems to meet performance, throughput, and quality targets

Interface with cross-functional teams (manufacturing, software, design, quality) to align on inspection requirements, capabilities, and design-for-inspection strategies

Collaborate on NDE process automation initiatives, cycle time reduction, and defect mitigation strategies

Support development, documentation, and training for new inspection processes and equipment

Conduct hardware/software integration testing and debug NDE system performance using field data

Present inspection risk/performance analyses to cross-functional stakeholders, including executive leadership

Qualification

ASNT Level III certificationNDE experienceProject managementSoftware skillsStatistical modelingIndustry standardsCommunication skillsSelf-starter

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline

ASNT Level III or NAS-410 certification in RT, UT, ET, VT and PT

10 + years of NDE experience in aerospace, nuclear, or a related high-reliability industry

Demonstrated project management and hands-on engineering experience

Willingness to work evenings and weekends during critical project phases

Occasional travel required (up to 10%)

Must be able to lift 30 lbs unassisted and work in varied environments (e.g., loud, outdoor)

Flexible and adaptable work schedule, including potential overtime

Strong communication skills: verbal, written, and presentation

Self-starter able to contribute both independently and as part of a collaborative team

Preferred

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Engineering or relevant technical field

2+ years hands-on inspection experience

15+ years of technical engineering experience, ideally within aerospace

Knowledge of industry standards (NASA-STD-5009, PRC, AMS, AWS/ASME, ASTM)

Familiarity with inspection of advanced materials: high-strength aluminum alloys, inconel, titanium, monel

Expertise in POD studies, Gage R&R, and inspection system capability analysis

Software and automation skills (Python, LabVIEW, C#, SQL) and robotics integration

Strong foundation in statistical modeling, machine learning, or mathematical optimization

Experience with Jira or similar project management tools

Strong background in Lean principles and problem-solving methodologies (8D, PPS, etc.)

Benefits

100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents

Flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff

Paid parental leave

Short and long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Access to a 401(k) retirement plan

One Medical membership

ClassPass credits

Personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health

Other discounts and perks

Exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge

Lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees

Company

Vast

Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers.

Founded in 2021

Long Beach, California, US

501-1000 employees