NDT Technician - Computed Tomography (CT) - Level II - C Shift (Weekend Day Shift)

Blue Origin; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an NDT professional to perform CT scans and radiographic inspections on flight hardware and samples. You will apply acceptance criteria, document results, and interface with engineers to ensure part integrity and spaceflight safety.

The role involves D shift/3rd shift (Fri-Sun, 5:00 PM–5:30 AM) and requires NAS-410 training and 800 hours of documented NDT experience, including CT proficiency.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Level 2 experience in non-film radiography (DR or CR)
• 1+ year of Level 2 experience in Computed Tomography
• Must pass Radiographic General Test and Specific Test by week 3 (materials provided)
• Must meet NAS-410 training requirements in Radiography
• 40 hours of Radiation Safety Training
• 40 hours of Digital Radiography Training
• Qualify to certify to Level II status per NAS-410 with 800 hours of documented experience
• Meet minimum Vision Requirements (distance, color vision) per standard tests
• Familiar with ASTM E1695 (CT system performance)
• Familiar with ASTM E1742 (Radiographic Examination)

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain techniques to properly examine hardware, ensuring safety and specification compliance
• Perform Computed Tomography scans and interpret data
• Perform inspections using Digital Radiographic Test (DRT)
• Interpret inspection results and apply acceptance criteria from drawings or shop work orders
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly process control checks
• Document and organize inspection results
• Interface with Engineers/Managers to describe inspection results

Skills

Non-film radiography Level 2

Computed Tomography experience

Radiographic testing knowledge

Education

NAS-410 Radiography training

Radiation Safety Training (40h)

Digital Radiography Training (40h)

NAS-410 Level II certification in Non-Film Radiography

Job description

Application close date:

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

D Shift/3rd shiftFriday - Sunday (5:00PM-5:30AM)

Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain techniques to properly examine hardware, ensuring adherence to all safety and specification requirements
• Perform Computed Tomography Scans and interpret data
• 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.

Qualifications:

• 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