NDT Technician Level II - Penetrant Testing (PT) - A Shift

Blue Origin • Huntsville, AL

17h • Onsite

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 collaborative and 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 Penetrant inspection of metallic 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!

Requirements

• 2+ years of Level 2 experience in Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection method.
• Must be able to pass Penetrant 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 Penetrant Testing
• Qualify to certify to level II status per NAS-410 requirements in Liquid Penetrant with a minimum amount of documented experience of 400 hours
• Familiar and understand the requirements defined in ASTM E1417 Standard Practice for Liquid Penetrant Testing.
• Visual Weld Experience
• 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.
• Ability to determine optimal parameters per defined techniques and system calibrations for inspection activity
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Radiation Safety Training Carded by a state or a certifying entity (such as ASNT, IRRSP) as a radiographer for X-ray.
• Ability to meet the minimum training requirements per NAS-410 in other methods including; Ultrasonics, Eddy Current, Radiographic Testing, Magnetic Particle.
• Ability to certify in one or more of the following methods; Ultrasonics, Eddy Current, Radiographic Testing, Magnetic Particle, Infrared, or emergent methods Terahertz and/or Laser Shearograpy per NAS-410.
• 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

• Perform inspections using Fluorescent Penetrant Test (PT) inspection method on critical flight hardware for spaceflight system.
• Establish and maintain techniques to properly examine hardware, ensuring adherence to all safety and specification requirements.
• 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.
• Willing to work overtime as needed.

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.
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, 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.
• Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed