NDE Technician

Astrion; Titusville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion seeks an experienced Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) Technician to support the LASSO contract at Kennedy Space Center, FL. The role requires U.S. citizenship and involves field and laboratory NDE inspections for Space Center operations and visible infrastructure.

Responsibilities include setting up NDE equipment, interpreting results, and maintaining safety and quality standards while collaborating with teams in a high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of NDT experience.
• Must pass and maintain a security clearance.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform tasks and guide trainees in field or laboratory NDE inspections.
• Follow written work instructions and standard procedures.
• Set up, standardize, and operate NDE equipment.
• Interpret results of NDE inspections on equipment, systems, and flight hardware.
• Perform tests using NDE methods: Radiography, Ultrasonic, Eddy Current, Magnetic Particle, Liquid Penetrant, Leak Detection, Visual/Optical, Infrared.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance and comply with safety policies.

Skills

Teamwork

Procedure Compliance

Stress Tolerance

Computer Literacy

Read/Follow Instructions

Education

High School diploma / GED with NDE/NDT training

Job description

Overview

NDE Technician

LOCATION: Kennedy Space Center, FL

JOB STATUS: Full time

TRAVEL: as needed

U.S. Citizenship is required

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) Technician supporting the LASSO contract at Kennedy Space Center, FL.This fulltime represented position is responsible for performing in field and laboratory NDE inspections. This position supports the Kennedy Space Center and United States Space Force 45th Space Wing at Canaveral Space Force Station.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• High School diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and completion of a related NDE/NDT technical training curriculum.
• Two or more years of experience performing Nondestructive Testing (NDT).
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License.
• NDE/NDT Level II certification in Radiographic Testing (RT) in accordance with applicable ANSI practices, including SNT-TC-1A or MIL-STD-410E.
• A minimum of three additional NDE/NDT Level II certifications in accordance with applicable ANSI practices, including SNT-TC-1A or MIL-STD-410E. Additional certifications may include Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Eddy Current Testing (ET), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Leak Testing (LT), Visual/Optical Testing (VT), CCTV/CWI, and/or Infrared (IR).
• Ability to pass and maintain a security clearance.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Able to work in enclosed areas and heights up to 500 feet
• Able to follow written and oral instructions
• Able to withstand stress of repetitive tasks and pressure of critical deadlines
• Must be able to read, comprehend and follow prescribed procedures
• Computer literate

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently perform tasks and provide guidance to trainees, Level I and Level II employees engaged in field or laboratory NDE inspection activities
• Follow written work instructions
• Setup, standardize, and operate NDE test equipment
• Interpret results of NDE inspections performed on equipment, systems and flight hardware
• Perform tests and interpret results utilizing NDE methods such as Radiography, Ultrasonic, Eddy Current, Magnetic Particle, Liquid Penetrant, Leak Detection, Visual/Optical (CCTV/CWI) and Infrared
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance
• Perform work assigned with responsible NDE engineering or management
• Safely perform all work in compliance with laboratory best practices and local policies and procedures
• Perform tasks as directed