Senior NDE Inspector, Ultrasonic

The role

The Senior NDE Inspector, Ultrasonic will develop and execute ultrasonic inspection techniques for complex hardware. This role involves conducting feasibility studies, evaluating digital UT/PAUT data, and applying NDE inspection plans.

What you will do

• Work with UT Specialist inspectors and NDE Engineers to develop and execute feasibility studies, POD’s, and qualification plans.
• Develop, document, and publish part-specific Ultrasonic inspection techniques for a wide range of complex hardware.
• Evaluate digital UT/PAUT data files for quality and accept/reject criteria.
• Develop and publish part-specific NDE techniques for a variety of complex parts.
• Apply relevant NDE inspection plans, procedures, and techniques.

Required qualifications

• Current Level II or III Certification in Ultrasonic Testing (UT) inspection in an aerospace or nuclear setting
• Proof of NDE Classroom Training and Certificates as well as previous certifications per NAS 410 or SNT-TC-1A
• Minimum of 5 years total experience in NDE
• 3 years of NDE experience in a commercial aerospace manufacturing setting or other heavily regulated industry
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering work instructions and drawings
• Experience creating Part Specific Techniques
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc

Nice to have

• ASNT NDE Level 3 Certification in UT
• NDE Level 2 Certification in ultrasonics (UTT/UTSW/PAUT), dye penetrant (PT), visual inspection (VT,CWI), Eddy Current (ET, ECA)
• Experience with inspection of additively manufactured materials
• Knowledge of industry standards (NASA, AMS, AWS/ASME, ASTM, etc.)
• Experience with qualification of NDE inspection techniques/procedures in one or more volumetric methods
• Experience with CAD
• Experience with QA/QC and/or Lean Manufacturing concepts and applications

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity
• Generous PTO and sick leave policy
• Parental leave
• Annual learning and development stipend

Before you apply

• Be prepared to provide NDE Classroom Training and Certificates and previous certifications per NAS 410 or SNT-TC-1A prior to onsite interview
• Must clear a background check administered by the US government to obtain clearance for on-site work

About the company

Relativity Space is building rockets to serve today’s needs and tomorrow’s breakthroughs. The company is developing the Terran R vehicle to deliver customer payloads to orbit.