NDT Technician - Penetrant (PT) - Level II - C Shift (Weekend Day Shift)

About the role

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which includes Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. It involves Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections using Fluorescent Penetrant Test (PT) inspection method on critical flight hardware for spaceflight system.
• Establish and maintain techniques to properly examine hardware, ensuring adherence to all safety and specification requirements.
• Interpret inspection results and apply acceptance criteria identified on drawing or shop work order.
• Documentation and organization of inspection results.
• Interface/communicate with Engineers and/or Managers to describe inspection results.
• Willing to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Level 2 experience in Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection method.
• Must be able to pass Penetrant General Test and Specific Test by week 3 (General Test study materials will be provided if needed).
• Meet the minimum training requirements per NAS-410 in Penetrant Testing.
• Qualify to certify to level II status per NAS-410 requirements in Liquid Penetrant with a minimum amount of documented experience of 400 hours.
• Familiar and understand the requirements defined in ASTM E1417 Standard Practice for Liquid Penetrant Testing.
• Visual Weld Experience.
• Meet minimum Vision Requirements: Near Vision: Either 20/25 (Snellen) at 16" or Jaeger No. 1 at not less than 12” Color Perception: 14 Plate Ishihara Color Test with a minimum of 12 panels correctly identified.
• Ability to determine optimal parameters per defined techniques and system calibrations for inspection activity.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematic diagrams.
• Experience with MS Office products is required.
• Ability to lift and transport parts and/or inspection equipment within OSHA requirements.
• Experience in both lab and field inspection environments.
• Desired: Radiation Safety Training, Carded by a state or a certifying entity (such as ASNT, IRRSP) as a radiographer for X-ray.
• Desired: Ability to certify in one or more of the following methods; Ultrasonics, Eddy Current, Radiographic Testing, Magnetic Particle.
• Desired: Knowledge of industry NDT standards.
• Desired: Experience in a production environment, preferably in aerospace.
• Desired: Experience with automated/robotic inspection equipment.
• 1+ years of aerospace experience.

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Pay

Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program. Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week). Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays. Depending on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Schedule

Shift days/times C Shift/1st shift Friday - Sunday (5:00AM - 5:30PM)