NDT III
About The Position
Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope. NEUTRON Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab’s proven execution history with the Electron program. If you’re interested in joining a high performing team, pushing the boundaries with a clean sheet development of re-usable liquid launch vehicle, this is your opportunity! NDT TECHNICIAN II/III Based out of Rocket Lab's Headquarters in Long Beach, CA the Non-Destructive Testing Technician is responsible for Inspecting tube sub-assemblies for the Rutherford & Archimedes engine. (Please note: this position can be hired at the NDT Technician II or NDT Technician III level)
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in aviation, aerospace, or similar industry
- Experience performing NDT testing within the aerospace industry
- Experience inspecting advanced materials such as high strength aluminum alloys, precipitation hardened steels, Inconel, Monel, titanium, and Maraging steel (super alloys)
- Knowledge of NDT Standards such as; AS, AMS, AWS, NAS, ASME, ASTM
- High school diploma or GED
Nice To Haves
- 8+ years of mechanical assembly and/or mechanical fitting experience
- Certified in American Welding Society (AWS) or Certified in Welding Inspector (CWI)
- Experience in improving capability of NDT processes to eliminate escape of non-conforming products, efficiency improvements, productivity, and flow
Responsibilities
- Perform surface and volumetric NDT inspections
- Support research and development of system qualification and certification for critical processes
- Support the development of NDT inspection techniques for complex geometries
Benefits
- Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Other perks include: Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
