Non-Destructive Testing Inspector Level II (NDE) - Eddy Current (ET)

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING INSPECTOR LEVEL II (NDE) EDDY CURRENT (ET)

The NDE Operations organization at SpaceX is an inclusive interdisciplinary team committed to providing high quality inspections of flight components and production assemblies. The breadth of exposure as an NDE Level II Inspector is immense as the organization is responsible for a large diversity of inspection types across Falcon Dragon Starship and Raptor programs. You will have the ability to engage with the process to provide continuous improvement to execute on the mission to make humanity interplanetary.

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

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Nondestructive Evaluation Level II certification in line with ASNT TC1A NAS410 or DOD guidance for Eddy Current (ET)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Additional nondestructive evaluation Level II certifications in line with ASNT TC1A NAS410 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

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work all shifts overtime and/or weekends as needed
• Shift times:
  • 1st shift (Monday Friday 5:00 AM 3:30 PM)
  • 2nd shift (Monday Friday 2:00 PM 12:30 AM)
  • Weekend 1st shift (Thursday Sunday 5:00 AM 5:00 PM)
  • Weekend 2nd shift (Thursday Sunday 5:00 PM 5:00 AM)
• Must be able to lift 25lbs unassisted bend stretch stand for extended periods of time climb stairs reach twist sit and walk

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
NDE Level II Inspector/Grade 2: $28.00 $38.00/hour
NDE Level II Inspector/Grade 3: $33.00 $44.75/hour
NDE Level II Inspector/Grade 4: $38.00 $51.50/hour
NDE Level II Inspector/Grade 5: $43.00 $58.25/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a casebycase basis and may vary based on the following considerations: jobrelated knowledge and skills education and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for longterm incentives in the form of company stock stock options or longterm cash awards as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical vision and dental coverage access to a 401(k) retirement plan short and longterm disability insurance life insurance paid parental leave and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

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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