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Stoke Space · 2 days ago

Assembly Technician - Nondestructive Testing (PT)

Kent, Washington

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$25/hr - $36.68/hr

2+ years exp

Stoke Space is building a fully reusable orbital launch system, focusing on quality and reliability in their inspection processes. The Assembly Technician will perform critical Liquid Penetrant inspections on flight-critical hardware, ensuring safety and integrity while collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams.

AerospaceProduct DesignSpace Travel

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Set up, calibrate, and operate equipment to perform Liquid Penetrant inspections on flight-critical hardware- including welds, tubes, and complex machined components- in accordance with industry standards and internal procedures

Interpret, evaluate, and disposition inspection results against engineering drawings and acceptance criteria, creating detailed and accurate reports to document all findings

Collaborate directly with engineering, manufacturing, and welding teams to schedule inspections, clearly communicate findings, and provide feedback on hardware quality

Assist in developing, refining, and validating NDT procedures and inspection techniques, particularly for new products and complex geometries

Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to Level I technicians and trainees to support team development and ensure consistent quality

Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by staying current with industry advancements and assisting in the research of new inspection capabilities

Qualification

NDT Level II certificationLiquid Penetrant inspectionEddy Current inspectionEngineering drawings interpretationIndustry standards knowledgeCommitment to qualityLean Manufacturing principlesMicrosoft Office proficiencyExceptional communication skills

Required

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years of experience working as a certified Level II NDT inspector

Must be certified to NDT Level II in Liquid Penetrant (PT) in accordance with NAS 410 or ASNT SNT-TC-1A

Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and acceptance criteria

Strong understanding of relevant industry standards, such as ASTM E1417 and AWS D17.1

Exceptional communication skills, a high degree of ownership over your work, and a strong commitment to quality

Must meet minimum vision requirements, including 20/25 (Snellen) at 16” or equivalent

Must be willing to work overtime and occasional weekends as needed

Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs

Preferred

Additional NDT Level II or III certifications in methods such as Eddy Current (ET), Radiography (RT/CR/DR), Visual (VT), Ultrasonic (UT/PAUT), or Magnetic Particle (MT)

American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Experience performing inspections within the aerospace industry, particularly on weldments and advanced materials (e.g., superalloys, titanium, high-strength aluminum)

Knowledge of additional aerospace standards (e.g., NASA, AMS, ASME)

Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and formal problem-solving techniques (e.g., 8D, PPS)

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience with NDT-specific software

Benefits

Equity – We know that our employees are the reason we succeed. To give everyone a stake in our future, we are pleased to offer equity in the form of stock options to all regular, full-time employees.

Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

4 weeks’ Paid Time Off

Holidays – 10 days (including an end-of-year closure)

Paid Family/Parental Leave

On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend (depending on location)

Dog friendly offices!