NDT Technician - Radiography (RT) - Level II - B Shift

Blue Origin; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Blue Origin in Merritt Island, Florida, is seeking qualified candidates for radiographic inspection roles. This position focuses on ensuring safety and specification adherence for aerospace components, utilizing advanced NDT techniques.

Ideal candidates will have NAS-410 Radiography training, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and ability to interpret results. The role requires effective communication with engineering teams and adherence to strict safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Familiar with ASTM E1742, E2445, and E2698 standards.
• Ability to work overtime and lift equipment.
• Experience in both lab and field inspection environments.

Responsibilities

• Inspect hardware for safety adherence and specifications.
• Perform Digital Radiographic Tests.
• Document and communicate inspection results.

Skills

Radiographic inspection techniques

Data analysis from structures

Blueprint reading

MS Office proficiency

NDT inspection equipment operation

Education

NAS-410 Radiography training

40 hours of Radiation Safety Training

Vision meeting specific requirements

Job description

Application Close Date

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Overview

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.

Shift Days/times

• B- shift: Monday – Thursday 4:00 PM – 2:30 AM

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain techniques to properly examine hardware, ensuring adherence to all safety and specification requirements
• Perform inspections using Digital Radiographic Test (DRT)
• Interpret inspection results and apply acceptance criteria identified on drawings or shop work orders
• Perform all necessary daily, weekly, monthly process control checks
• Document and organize inspection results
• Interface and communicate with engineers and/or managers to describe inspection results

Qualifications

• Must meet the minimum training requirements per NAS-410 in Radiography
• 40 hours of Radiation Safety Training
• 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 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 non‑film radiography (DR, or CR)
• Carded by a state or certifying entity (such as ASNT, IRRSP) as a radiographer for X‑ray
• Strong desire for Eddy Current and Fluorescent Penetrant experience
• 40 hours of Digital Radiography Training and/or Computed Radiography
• Ability to 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 emerging methods Terahertz and/or Laser Shearography per NAS‑410
• Training in Computed and Digital Radiography
• Advanced 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, road test, hours of service, drug and alcohol testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements, 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

• 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
• Stock options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid time off: up to four 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 workforce. 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 by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s affirmative action plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.