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SpaceX · 7 hours ago

NDE Inspector Level II (Starship)

Starbase, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The NDE Inspector role involves performing high-quality inspections of flight components and production assemblies, contributing to continuous improvement in the inspection process.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

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 system qualification and certification for critical processes

Assist in training and developing others on the team

Qualification

NDE Level II certificationEddy current (ET)Radiography (RT)Ultrasonic (UT)AWS Certified Welding InspectorNDE testing experienceMicrosoft applicationsLean principlesNASA standardsProblem solving techniques

Required

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Nondestructive Evaluation Level II 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)

Must be able to lift 25lbs unassisted, bend, stretch, stand for extended periods of time, climb stairs, reach, twist, sit, and walk

Must be willing to work overtime and on weekends to meet critical deadlines if needed

Stand: Up to 10 hours per day

Sit: Up to 3 hours per day

Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day

Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day

Walk: Up to 3 hours per day

Lift/Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day

Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 6 hours per day

Kneel/Crouch: up to 3 hours per day

Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day

Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 3 hours per day

Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description

Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review

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

Additional nondestructive evaluation Level II OR III certifications 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

2+ years of experience as a level II nondestructive evaluation/testing inspector

Experience performing NDE testing within the aerospace industry

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

Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc

Experience inspecting advanced materials such as high strength aluminum alloys, precipitation hardened steels, inconel, monel, titanium, and maraging steel (super alloys)

Knowledge of UTEX InspectionWare software or equivalent

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 initiative