NDT Inspector - Radiography & Computed Tomography - Level II

Blue Origin • Space Coast, FL

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About The Position

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. As part of a hardworking team of Nondestructive Testing specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will perform development and production activities involving Nondestructive Testing (NDT) methods for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of assuring part integrity, quality and life span. This position will primarily be involved in the Computed Tomography and Radiographic inspections of flight critical metallic and/or composite flight hardware and test samples This role will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! Shift days/times: A Shift/1st shift Monday-Thurs (6:00AM-4:30PM)

Requirements

• 2+ years of Level 2 experience in non-film radiography (DR, or CR)
• 1+ year of Level 2 experience in Computed Tomography
• Must be able to pass Radiographic General Test and Specific Test by week 3 (General Test study materials will be provided if needed)
• Must meet the minimum training requirements per NAS-410 in Radiography
• 40 hours of Radiation Safety Training
• 40 hours of Digital Radiography Training
• Qualify to certify to level II status per NAS-410 requirements in Non-Film Radiography with a minimum amount of documented experience of 800 hours
• Meet minimum Vision Requirements: 1. Near Vision: Either 20/25 (Snellen) at 16" or Jaeger No. 1 at not less than 12” 2. Color Perception: 14 Plate Ishihara Color Test with a minimum of 12 panels correctly identified.
• Familiar and understand the requirements defined in ASTM E1695 Standard Practice for Measurement of Computed Tomography (CT) System Performance.
• Familiar and understand the requirements defined in ASTM E1742 Standard Practice for Radiographic Examination
• Familiar and understand the requirements defined in ASTM E2445 Performance Evaluation & Long-Term Stability of CR System
• Familiar and understand the requirements defined in ASTM E2698 Standard Practice for Examination using Digital Detector Arrays
• Experience in the operation of NDT inspection equipment and radiation safety equipment.
• Ability to determine optimal parameters per defined techniques and system calibrations for inspection activity
• Experience in analyzing resultant data from metallic and composite structures
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematic diagrams
• Experience with MS Office products is required
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends and off shifts as needed to meet critical deadlines
• Ability to lift and transport parts and/or inspection equipment within OSHA requirements
• Experience in both lab and field inspection environments
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in composites inspections
• Volume Graphics experience
• Carded by a state or a certifying entity (such as ASNT, IRRSP) as a radiographer for X-ray.
• Ability meet the minimum training requirements per NAS-410 in other methods including; Ultrasonics, Eddy Current, Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle.
• Ability to certify in one or more of the following methods; Ultrasonics, Eddy Current, Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Infrared, or emergent methods Terahertz and/or Laser Shearograpy per NAS-410.
• Training in Computed and Digital Radiography.
• Advance Phased Array Training.
• Knowledge of industry NDT standards
• Experience in a production environment, preferably in aerospace
• Experience with automated/robotic inspection equipment
• 1+ years of aerospace experience

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain techniques to properly examine hardware, ensuring adherence to all safety and specification requirements
• Perform inspections using Digital Radiographic Test (DRT)
• Interpret inspection results and apply acceptance criteria identified on drawing or shop work order.
• Perform all necessary daily, weekly, monthly process control checks
• Documentation and organization of inspection results.
• Interface/communicate with Engineers and/or Managers to describe inspection results.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees