Certified Welding Inspector CWI - Sr NDE Inspector

Relativity Space•Cape Canaveral, FL

37d•Onsite

About The Position

The Materials and NDE (Non-Destructive Evaluation) team plays a central role in enabling Terran R to fly, re-fly, and scale: developing, characterizing, and inspecting materials and processes across all parts of the vehicle. From welding and additive manufacturing to advanced composites, the team works at the intersection of innovation and execution, balancing performance and reliability with cost, quality, and schedule. As we move toward first flight and beyond, the challenges become more exciting, offering opportunities to shape how we design and develop for re-use. With ownership across products, systems, and disciplines, engineers gain broad exposure and drive key decisions across design, manufacturing, and operations. The Welding Inspector is responsible for performing detailed inspections, interpreting technical requirements, and ensuring that all welding activities and fabricated structures comply with applicable codes, standards, and engineering documentation. This role supports production, engineering, and quality teams by providing expert evaluation, guidance, and documentation throughout all phases of fabrication and welding processes.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Current American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification
Successful candidates must clear a background check administered by the US government to obtain clearance for on-site work at our government partner location in Cape Canaveral, FL.

Nice To Haves

Additional Level II Nondestructive Evaluation certifications in accordance with ASNT TC-1A, NAS-410, requirements in one or more of the following methods: Radiography (RT), Dye Penetrant (PT), Ultrasonic (UT), Eddy Current (ET), or Magnetic Particle (MT)
3+ years of experience as an AWS-certified Welding Inspector
Strong knowledge of industry standards such as AWS and ASME
Working knowledge of both surface and subsurface NDE methods

Responsibilities

Perform internal and external inspections to verify that weldments and structures meet the acceptance criteria of applicable codes, standards, and project documents
Read, interpret, and apply code requirements, specifications, and engineering drawings accurately and effectively
Use computer systems to record inspection data, document acceptance or rejection, and communicate findings
Conduct visual inspections of in-process and completed welds, verify welding repairs follow the applicable requirements
Develop welding procedures for specific code requirements
Oversee the testing for welding certification
Monitor welding processes-including GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, to confirm compliance with qualified welding procedures
Verify and document welder qualifications in accordance with company and code requirements
Confirm that base materials comply with applicable specifications
Evaluate joint design, joint preparation, fit-up, cleanliness, and environmental conditions prior to welding
Verify that preheat and interpass temperatures are maintained as per the procedure
Ensure proper control, storage, and handling of welding consumables
Verify quality of interpass and final cleaning weldments
Ensure product conformance to drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements
Confirm weld surface cleanliness and visual acceptance criteria
Validate proper performance and documentation of post-weld heat treatments
Ensure that all fabrication and inspection activities are properly documented
Interpret and review engineering drawings as required for inspection tasks
Evaluate findings, prepare inspection reports, and communicate results to production and engineering teams
Conduct vendor surveillance audits related to welding, fabrication, and inspection activities as needed