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NDE Radiography Specialist, DR/CR (Starship)

spacexStarbase, TX

💰 $28 – $42/hrFull-time

Quick Summary

NDE Radiography Specialist providing technical expertise in radiographic inspection, process development, and technician training for SpaceX Starship manufacturing.

Skills & Keywords

RadiographyNDE inspectionDigital radiographyProcess development

RESPONSIBILITIES

Technology Development: - Systems & tooling selection - Systems & tooling qualification - System introduction project management
Process Development: - Hardware and software qualification/testing - Method process documentation - Part specific technique development, testing, documentation and deployment - Development of customer relevant reporting packages for multiple data sets as well as single sample results - Engineering drawing interpretation and where applicable engineering specification definition support
Technical Production Support: - System level production maintenance and support - Tooling/system calibration - Production cell technical oversight: daily meetings, troubleshooting - Continuous improvement: process efficiency, speed accuracy
Technician Training & Development: - Level I & Level II technician qualification: written test definition, invigilation, and administration of written/practical, general and specific tests.

Required Qualifications

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
Nondestructive Evaluation Level II certification in line with ASNT TC-1A, NAS-410, or DOD guidance in one of the following methods: radiography (RT), digital radiography (DR), or computed radiography (CR)
Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
Sit: Up to 3 hours per day
Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day
Walk: Up to 3 hours per day
Lift/Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 6 hours per day
Kneel/Crouch: up to 3 hours per day
Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day
Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 3 hours per day
Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review
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.

Nice to Have

5+ years of industry experience in as a NDE Inspector
Level III ASNT/NAS-410 in radiography
Knowledge and understanding of digital radiography
Knowledge and understanding of computed radiography
Knowledge and understanding of SNT TC-1-A & NAS410 standards
Experience with proven track record in the training and development of others
Scope, delivery and implementation of radiographic inspection strategies and systems
Knowledge of AMS, AWS/ASME, ASTM, etc.
Problem solving tools and techniques: Practical Problem Solving, 8D, etc.
Lean principles, Kaizen, Continuous improvement, 5S
Knowledge of NASA 5009 Standards
Basic computer skills: Microsoft office applications - Word, Power Point, Excel, etc.
CAD packages Such as Siemens NX*, Catia, Pro-E, E
Experience in working with fracture critical products & parts