NDT Technician - Computed Tomography (CT) - Level II - D Shift (Weekend Night Shift)

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

401(k) with company match

Up to 4 weeks Paid Time Off

Job summary

Blue Origin, located in Titusville, Florida, is searching for a dedicated NDT Technician specializing in Computed Tomography (CT). This role involves leading inspections to ensure the quality of aerospace hardware. Candidates should have over 2 years of Level 2 experience in non-film radiography and 1 year in CT, alongside necessary training. The position requires working on the D Shift from Friday to Sunday, emphasizing a commitment to safety and excellence in human spaceflight.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Level 2 experience in non-film radiography.
• 1+ year of Level 2 experience in Computed Tomography.
• Ability to pass required Radiographic Tests.

Responsibilities

• Establish techniques for examining hardware.
• Perform Computed Tomography scans and interpret data.
• Document and organize inspection results.

Skills

Non-film radiography (DR, CR)

Computed Tomography

Data analysis

Blueprints reading

MS Office

Education

Radiographic General Test

Radiation Safety Training

Digital Radiography Training

Tools

NDT inspection equipment

Radiation safety equipment

Job description

NDT Technician - Computed Tomography (CT) - Level II - D Shift (weekend Night Shift)

Lead NDT CT and radiography inspections for aerospace flight hardware to ensure quality

Location: Titusville, Florida, United States

About The Role

Nondestructive Testing Technician

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 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 Friday - 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: Near Vision: Either 20/25 (Snellen) at 16' or Jaeger No. 1 at not less than 12' 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 requirements defined in ASTM E2445 Performance Evaluation & Long-Term Stability of CR System
• Familiar and understand the requirements defined in ASTM E2698 Standard Practice for Examination using Digital Detector Arrays
• Experience in the operation of NDT inspection equipment and radiation safety equipment.
• Ability to determine optimal parameters per defined techniques and system calibrations for inspection activity
• Experience 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
• 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

Desired:

• Experience in composites inspections
• Volume Graphics experience
• Carded by a state or a certifying entity (such as ASNT, IRRSP) as a radiographer for X-ray.
• Ability meet the minimum training requirements per NAS-410 in other methods including; Ultrasonics, Eddy Current, Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle.
• Ability to certify in one or more of the following methods; Ultrasonics, Eddy Current, Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Infrared, or emergent methods Terahertz and/or Laser Shearograpy per NAS-410.
• Training in Computed and Digital Radiography.
• Advance Phased Array Training.
• Knowledge of industry NDT standards
• Experience in a production environment, preferably in aerospace
• Experience with automated/robotic inspection equipment
• 1+ years of aerospace experience

Culture Statement

Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

• Benefits include: 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. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected