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Virgin Galactic · 1 day ago

Sr. NDT Inspector

Truth Or Consequences, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$62K/yr - $88K/yr

4+ years exp

Virgin Galactic is an aerospace and space travel company, pioneering human spaceflight for private individuals and researchers with its advanced air and space vehicles. The Sr. NDT Inspector will support the Quality team by conducting inspections utilizing various NDT methods to ensure the safety and acceptability of space flight system hardware and assemblies.

AerospaceCommercialSpace Travel

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assist in leading and supporting the manufacturing team in inspection of parts, subassembly and assembly installation to determine, accomplish and approve acceptability in accordance with written procedures

Performs nondestructive tests on Vehicle components following engineering definition

Properly utilize NDT test equipment and associated tools to successfully interrogate hardware and structures, make decisions as to their acceptability for continued use and keep abreast of new and advanced test equipment

Continuously practice safety behavior and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) awareness/prevention; adhere to regulatory protocols and rules

Encourage and provide development opportunities for inspectors utilizing coaching and leadership skills

Responsible for training inspectors on the job and through instructor led training to support the inspection requirements

Adhere to set directions and guidelines from team leader to support collaboration across teams to complete project

Follow procedures, processes and inspection techniques which may include but are not limited to using various types of ultrasonic, eddy current, fluorescent penetrant equipment

Accurately interpret and evaluate NDT results according to codes and standards

Responsible for selecting the method and technique for a specific inspection

Prepare and verify the adequacy of procedures and work instructions

Approve NDT procedures and work instructions for technical adequacy

Development of procedures and techniques for nondestructive testing of metallic and composite structures

Report and document inspection results for traceability purposes

Provide detailed reports to engineers and/or managers to communicate inspection results

Perform process controls, set up and calibrate equipment; maintain equipment weekly inventory

Accurately and timely completion of assigned tasks in accordance with the policies and procedures set forth by the company

Conduct work in a manner that enhances own/other employees’ health and safety, product safety and promotes risk reduction

Works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative as well as understanding implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions

Ensure quality and efficiency of installations, including troubleshooting and may provide guidance in troubleshooting processes and concepts

Communicate effectively, in both written and verbal formats, with engineering, management and production personnel to convey product acceptance criteria and inspection results

Work collaboratively to achieve goals and/or complete assigned tasks

Adhere to set directions and guidelines from team leader to support collaboration across teams to complete project

Support training of other NDT personnel using hands-on knowledge from the vehicles via different mediums as appropriate

Qualification

NDT methodsAerospace experienceNAS 410 certificationComposite aircraft knowledgeAS9100 knowledgeSafety awarenessBlueprint interpretationTechnical writingProject leadershipTeam collaboration

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum of four years' experience with aerospace parts and components and hands‐on experience in a manufacturing, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), or airline environment with a special emphasis in prototype aircraft; to include material and logistics operations

Experience with leading projects and mentoring

Successfully completed minimum training requirements defined in NAS 410, ATA 105, or ASNTSNTTC1A for a Level 2 inspector in UT and PT

Recent, documented hours, working as an NDT inspector and have obtained sufficient experience to be certified in accordance with NAS 410, ATA 105, or ASNTSNTTC1A

Ability to read, interpret, and communicate blueprints, specs, and other technical documents

Strong working knowledge of composite aircraft and/or aerospace nondestructive testing processes in composite material

Knowledge of AS9100 and other relevant aerospace industry standards and regulations

Demonstrated ability to use computer applications to follow manufacturing work instructions

Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and/or models on paper or digital

Experience with nonconforming material control processes

Specific vision abilities (corrected or uncorrected) to include color perception, close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus to be able to detect even the smallest of flaws or defects in the materials used

Preferred

Training in other NDT methods

Ability to encourage and provide development training opportunities for technicians

Strong safety forward thinking, practice good housekeeping, tool control, recognizing the importance of properly handling hazardous materials, and chemicals

Experience on narrow body and/or business jet aircraft

Experience with composite aircraft (commercial or military aerospace application

Proven hands-on inspection experience in the aerospace industry using a variety of precision measurement tools

Basic math and technical writing skills

Knowledge of applying current quality control practices and willingness to learn cutting edge spacecraft quality techniques; Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) training preferred

Ability to collaborate on quality inspection projects with fellow technicians, or interdepartmental functions to achieve goals or solve problems

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Familiar with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)