SpaceX · 3 months ago
NDE Inspector Trainee (Starship)
Starbase, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
1+ years expSpaceX is focused on developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The NDE Inspector Trainee role is designed for individuals to train in nondestructive evaluation techniques, aiming to become qualified and certified in necessary NDE applications while supporting the NDE Operations team.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
Responsibilities
Studiously train with multiple NDE Inspectors to gain on-the-job training (OJT)
Leverage OJT and self-study to effectively prepare for and pass certification examinations and practical tests
Become certified in necessary and assigned NDE methods
Perform NDE inspections with the applicable NDE methods
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 NDE technology for operational improvements
Assist in training and developing others within the team
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
Completion of a comprehensive nondestructive evaluation training program; OR 1+ years of experience at SpaceX AND is graded as a level 3 welder or higher
Must be able to lift 25 lbs. unassisted
Must be able to bend, stretch, stand for extended periods of time, climb stairs, reach, and twist
Ability to enter and work in confined spaces
Must be willing to work overtime and on weekends if needed to meet production and launch schedule
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
Preferred
2+ years of professional welding experience
Certificate of completion in two or more of the following NDE methods from an NDE training program or school: Liquid penetrant (PT) or visual inspection (VT) in line with ASNT-TC-1A, NAS-410, or DOD guidance
Nondestructive evaluation level I certification in line with ASNT TC-1A, NAS-410, or DOD guidance in one of the following methods: Eddy current (ET), radiography (RT), digital radiography (DR), dye penetrant (PT), visual inspection (VT), computed radiography (CR), phase array (PAUT), ultrasonic (UT), ultrasonic shear wave (UTSW), or magnetic particle (MT)
Operational experience using one of the listed NDE methods for the inspection of weldments
Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Knowledge of AMS, AWS/ASME, ASTM
Experience with problem solving tools and techniques: practical problem solving (PPS), Eight Disciples (8D)
Basic understanding of lean principles: 5S, Kaizen, continuous improvement initiatives
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$11.78BKey Investors
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Leadership Team
Bret Johnsen
CFO
Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
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