Master NDE Inspector, PAUT

Socket.dev; Mississippi; On-site; USD 59,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Relativity Space's NDE Team seeks an experienced UT inspector to develop, document, and publish ultrasonic inspection techniques for a wide range of complex hardware. You will evaluate digital UT data and apply acceptance criteria, contributing to reliability and manufacturability of our Terran R program.

The role requires 10+ years in NDE (5+ in aerospace or regulated industries), NAS 410 or SNT-TC-1A certifications, ability to read engineering drawings, CAD proficiency, and strong MS Office

Qualifications

• Current Level II or III Certification in Ultrasonic Testing (UT) in aerospace or nuclear setting
• Proof of NDE classroom training and NAS 410 or SNT-TC-1A certificates
• Minimum of 10 years total experience in NDE; 5+ in aerospace manufacturing or regulated industry
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering work instructions and drawings
• Experience creating Part Specific Techniques; strong computer skills with MS Office

Responsibilities

• Develop and publish feasibility studies, PODs, and qualification plans with UT specialists
• Develop, document, and publish part-specific ultrasonic inspection techniques
• Evaluate digital UT/PAUT data and apply acceptance criteria
• Develop and publish part-specific NDE techniques for complex parts
• Apply NDE plans, procedures, and techniques with deep understanding

Skills

NDE inspection experience

Reading engineering drawings

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

NAS 410 or SNT-TC-1A certifications

ASNT NDE Level 3 Certification in UT (nice to have)

Tools

CAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Relativity Space, we’re building rockets to serve today’s needs and tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Our Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch capacity. But that’s just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock new opportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyond the known.

Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Here, you're not just executing tasks; you're solving problems that haven’t been solved before, helping develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up. Whether you’re in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a corporate function, you’ll collaborate across teams, shape decisions, and see your work come to life in record time. Relativity is a place where creativity and technical rigor go hand in hand, and your voice will help define the stories we’re writing together. Now is a unique moment in time where it’s early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, and the culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The most meaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.

About the Team:

The Relativity Space NDE Team is dedicated to the integrity of our product while tackling the challenges of our novel manufacturing methods. We are tasked with developing and executing inspection of a huge variety of materials and components using cutting-edge industry technology. From crafting in-house processes and procedures that adhere to industry standards, to executing inspection operations, our team maintains a steadfast commitment to accuracy and reliability.

About the Role:

• Work closely with UT Specialist inspectors and NDE Engineers to develop and execute feasibility studies, POD’s, and qualification plans.
• Develop, document, and publish part-specific Ultrasonic inspection techniques for a wide range of complex hardware.
• Evaluate digital UT/PAUT data files for quality and accept/reject criteria
• Develop and publish part-specific NDE techniques for a variety of complex parts.
• In depth comprehension and effective application of relevant NDE inspection plans, procedures, and techniques.

About You:

• Current Level II or III Certification in Ultrasonic Testing (UT) inspection in an aerospace or nuclear setting
• Proof of NDE Classroom Training and Certificates as well as previous certifications per NAS 410 or SNT-TC-1A (be prepared to provide these records prior to onsite interview)
• Minimum of 10 years total experience in NDE; 5 of which shall be in a commercial aerospace manufacturing setting or other heavily regulated industry
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering work instructions and drawings
• Experience creating Part Specific Techniques • Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc

Nice to haves but not required:

• ASNT NDE Level 3 Certification in UT
• NDE Level 2 Certification in ultrasonics (UTT/UTSW/PAUT), dye penetrant (PT), visual inspection (VT,CWI), Eddy Current (ET, ECA)
• Experience with inspection of additively manufactured materials
• Knowledge of industry standards (NASA, AMS, AWS/ASME, ASTM, etc.)
• Experience with qualification of NDE inspection techniques/procedures in one or more volumetric methods
• Experience with CAD
• Experience with QA/QC and/or Lean Manufacturing concepts and applications.

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 Stennis, Mississippi.

At Relativity Space, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more! To see some of the benefits & perks we offer, please visit here.

Hiring Range:

• $42.64 — $63.96 USD

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail].

Please note: Relativity Space does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, or referrals from recruitment agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited submission - via email, our website, social media, or directly to an employee - will be deemed the property of Relativity Space, and no fee will be owed absent a current, fully executed agreement with Talent Acquisition that specifically authorizes submissions for the applicable role.