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NDE SPECIALIST, EDDY CURRENT (STARSHIP) - LEVEL III
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Inspection Responsibilities (25% of time)
- Perform inspections on flight and GSE hardware.
- Interpret, evaluate, communicate, and report findings to production and engineering.
- Interpret and review engineering drawings as required.
- Continuously improve the safety and reliability of the operations environment.
- Specialist Responsibilities (75% of time)
- Own the improvement and execution of the training program for the relevant method.
- Operate as the first point of contact for technique-based questions from inspectors and engineering.
- Work with engineering (design, NDE, and manufacturing) on process improvements including descopes, inspection reliability evaluation/improvement, and rollout of development projects. This necessitates a strong relationship and collaboration with NDE engineering.
- Own the equipment reliability strategy and execution for the relevant method.
- Perform technical interviews of NDE Inspector candidates.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key external vendors.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
- Level III ASNT/NAS-410 in Eddy Current (ET).
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 5+ years of experience as an NDE Inspector with Eddy Current (ET).
- Capable of influencing partner teams and peers to unify to a common vision.
- Competent with computer skills: Warp Applications (Shop Floor, XFiles, and Manufacturing Planning) and Microsoft (Outlook, Excel, Word, and Power Point).
- Knowledge of NASA 5009 standards, AMS, AWS / ASME, ASTM etc.
- Capable of performing root cause analysis on suspect inspection escapes.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to lift 25 lbs. unassisted, bend, stretch, stand for extended periods of time, climb stairs, reach, twist.
- Must be willing to work overtime and on weekends if needed.
- Must be willing to travel as needed (10% - 20%).
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.
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.
