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NDT Technician - Radiography (RT) - Level II - D Shift

Blue Origin · Merritt Island, FL · 2 wk ago
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as you add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which includes Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. You will work alongside a collaborative and hardworking team of Nondestructive Testing specialists, technicians, and engineers to perform development and production activities involving NDT methods for various spaceflight systems. This position primarily involves Radiographic inspection of flight-critical metallic and/or composite flight hardware and test samples, requiring dedicated commitment and detailed attention to safe and repeatable spaceflight.

Responsibilities

  • Establish and maintain techniques to properly examine hardware, ensuring adherence to all safety and specification requirements
  • Perform inspections using Digital Radiographic Test (DRT)
  • Interpret inspection results and apply acceptance criteria identified on drawing or shop work order
  • Perform all necessary daily, weekly, and monthly process control checks
  • Document and organize inspection results
  • Interface and communicate with Engineers and/or Managers to describe inspection results

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of Level 2 experience in non-film radiography (DR or CR)
  • Must be able to pass Radiographic General Test and Specific Test by week 3 (study materials provided if needed)
  • Carded by a state or certifying entity (such as ASNT, IRRSP) as a radiographer for X-ray
  • Must meet the minimum training requirements per NAS-410 in Radiography (40 hours of Radiation Safety Training)
  • Qualify to certify to Level II status per NAS-410 requirements in Non-Film Radiography with a minimum of 800 hours of documented 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
  • Familiarity with ASTM E1742 (Standard Practice for Radiographic Examination), ASTM E2445 (Performance Evaluation & Long-Term Stability of CR System), and ASTM E2698 (Standard Practice for Examination using Digital Detector Arrays)
  • Experience in the operation of NDT inspection equipment and radiation safety equipment
  • Ability to determine optimal parameters per defined techniques and system calibrations for inspection activity
  • Experience analyzing resultant data from metallic and composite structures
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematic diagrams
  • Experience with MS Office products
  • Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and off shifts as needed to meet critical deadlines
  • Ability to lift and transport parts and/or inspection equipment within OSHA requirements
  • Experience in both lab and field inspection environments

Desired

  • Strong desire for Eddy Current and Fluorescent Penetrant experience
  • 40 hours of Digital Radiography Training and/or Computed Radiography
  • Ability to meet the minimum training requirements per NAS-410 in other methods including Ultrasonics, Eddy Current, Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle
  • Ability to certify in one or more of the following methods per NAS-410: Ultrasonics, Eddy Current, Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Infrared, Terahertz, or Laser Shearography
  • Training in Computed and Digital Radiography
  • Advanced Phased Array Training
  • Knowledge of industry NDT standards
  • Experience in a production environment, preferably in aerospace
  • Experience with automated/robotic inspection equipment
  • 1+ years of aerospace experience

Schedule

D-shift: Friday - Sunday, 5:00 PM – 5:30 AM

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Basic and supplemental life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
  • 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, plus up to 14 company-paid holidays
  • Eligibility for bonuses based on role type and job level (at company’s discretion)

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background checks are required for all positions. Certain roles may require additional checks, including Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS), DOT physicals, drug and alcohol testing, or Merchant Mariner Credential.

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