Summer 2026 Non-Destructive Test Inspector – Internship

Blue Origin•Huntsville, FL

11h•$22

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! 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 inspection of flight critical metallic, composite flight hardware, Ground Support Equipment 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! We offer housing and relocation support. Interns are responsible for daily transportation to and from their work locations. Shifts available: Merritt Island, Florida: Monday - Thursday (6:00AM – 4:30PM) Huntsville, Alabama: Monday - Thursday (5:00AM – 3:30PM) Interviews will include a technical assessment

Requirements

Actively enrolled in a program at a 2-year or 4-year institution.
Available to work full time while not concurrently enrolled in coursework.
Must meet the minimum training requirements per NAS-410 for a level 1 inspector in a minimum of two of the following methods: Ultrasonic Testing, Radiographic Testing, Penetrant testing, magnetic particle testing, Eddy Current Testing or Infrared Thermography.
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 lift and transport parts and/or inspection equipment within OSHA requirements.
Ability to determine optimal parameters per defined techniques and system calibrations for inspection activity
Capable 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
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.
Comfortable working from platforms, scissor lifts and or aerial boom lifts

Nice To Haves

Experience in analyzing resultant data from metallic and composite structures
Carded by a state or a certifying entity (such as ASNT, IRRSP) as a radiographer for X-ray.
Ability to meet the minimum Level 2 training requirements in any of the following methods per NAS-410. Ultrasonic Testing, Radiographic Testing, Penetrant testing, magnetic particle testing, Eddy Current Testing or Infrared Thermography.
Phased Array Ultrasonics Training
Computed and/or Digital Radiography training.
Carded by a state or a certifying entity (such as ASNT, IRRSP) as a radiographer for X-ray.
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 NDT techniques
Interpret inspection results and apply acceptance criteria identified on drawing or shop work order.
Documentation and organization of inspection results.
Interface/communicate with Engineers and/or Managers to describe inspection results.

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