NDE Specialist, Eddy Current (Starship) - Level III

Responsibilities

• Inspection Responsibilities (25% of time)
• Perform inspections on flight and GSE hardware.
• Interpret, evaluate, communicate, and report findings to production and engineering.
• Interpret and review engineering drawings as required.
• Continuously improve the safety and reliability of the operations environment.
• Specialist Responsibilities (75% of time)
• Own the improvement and execution of the training program for the relevant method.
• Operate as the first point of contact for technique-based questions from inspectors and engineering.
• Work with engineering (design, NDE, and manufacturing) on process improvements including descopes, inspection reliability evaluation/improvement, and rollout of development projects. This necessitates a strong relationship and collaboration with NDE engineering.
• Own the equipment reliability strategy and execution for the relevant method.
• Perform technical interviews of NDE Inspector candidates.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key external vendors.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• A high school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• A Level III ASNT/NAS-410 in Eddy Current (ET).

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of experience as an NDE Inspector with Eddy Current (ET).
• Capable of influencing partner teams and peers to unify to a common vision.
• Comeptent with computer skills: Warp Applications (Shop Floor, XFiles, and Manufacturing Planning) and Microsoft (Outlook, Excel, Word, and Power Point).
• Knowledge of NASA 5009 standards, AMS, AWS / ASME, ASTM etc.
• Capable of performing root cause analysis on suspect inspection escapes.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs. unassisted, bend, stretch, stand for extended periods of time, climb stairs, reach, twist.
• Must be willing to work overtime and on weekends if needed.
• Must be willing to travel as needed (10% - 20%).

ITAR REQUIREMENTS

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. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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