NDT Technician - Ultrasonic (UT), Eddy Current (ET) - Levell II - A Shift

Blue Origin; Florida; Presencial; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Education support program

Descripción de la vacante

Blue Origin is seeking a Nondestructive Testing specialist to perform Ultrasonic and Eddy Current inspections on flight hardware and samples. You will ensure part integrity, quality, and lifespans, collaborating with engineers and managers to interpret results and document findings.

The role emphasizes NAS-410 compliance, hands-on testing across lab and field environments, and commitment to safe, repeatable spaceflight. Shift includes early mornings on Mon-Thu.

Formación

• NAS-410 Level II status in Ultrasonic and Eddy Current with 800 hours documented experience.
• Must meet NAS-410 training requirements in Ultrasound and Eddy Current methods.
• Must be able to pass General and Specific Tests by week 3.

Responsabilidades

• Establish and maintain inspection techniques per safety and spec requirements.
• Perform inspections using Ultrasonic and Eddy Current equipment.
• Interpret results and apply acceptance criteria from drawings/work orders.
• Document and organize inspection results.
• Interface with Engineers/Managers to describe results.

Conocimientos

Ultrasonic testing

Eddy current testing

NAS-410 familiarity

Blueprint reading

MS Office

Inspection data analysis

Reading drawings/schematics

Educación

NAS-410 Level II certification

Herramientas

Ultrasonic equipment

Eddy current equipment

Descripción del empleo

Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
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.

We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

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 Ultrasonic and Eddy current 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

A Shift/1st shift Monday - Thursday (6:00AM – 4:30AM)

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain techniques to properly examine hardware, ensuring adherence to all safety and specification requirements
• Perform inspections using Ultrasonic and Eddy Current equipment
• Interpret inspection results and apply acceptance criteria identified on drawing or shop work order.
• Documentation and organization of inspection results.
• Interface/communicate with Engineers and/or Managers to describe inspection results.

Qualifications

• Qualify to certify to level II status per NAS-410 requirements in Ultrasonic and Eddy Current with a minimum amount of documented experience of 800 hours
• Must meet the minimum training requirements per NAS-410 in Ultrasound and Eddy Current methods
• Must be able to pass Ultrasonic and Eddy Current General Test and Specific Test by week 3 (General Test study materials will be provided if needed)
• 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 E164 Standard Practice for Contact Ultrasonic Testing of Weldments.
• Familiar and understand the requirements defined in ASTM E 2375 Standard Practice for Ultrasonic Testing of Wrought Products
• Familiar and understand the requirements defined in ASTM E426 Standard Practice for Electromagnetic (Eddy Current) Examination of Seamless and Welded Tubular Products, Titanium, Austenitic Stainless Steel and Similar Alloys.
• Familiar and understand the requirements defined in SAE-ARP4402 Eddy Current Inspection of Open Fastener Holes in Aluminum Aircraft Structure.
• Ability to determine optimal parameters per defined techniques and system calibrations for inspection activity
• Capable 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 work off shifts
• Ability to lift and transport parts and/or inspection equipment within OSHA requirements
• Experience in both lab and field inspection environments
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
• Comfortable working off of platforms, scissor lifts and or aerial boom lifts

Desired

• Eddy Current Array Training and experience
• Familiar and understand the requirements defined in ASTM E2884 Standard Guide for Eddy Current Testing of Electrically Conducting Materials Using Conformable Sensor Arrays
• Familiar and understand the requirements defined in NASA PRC-6509 Process Specification for Eddy Current Inspection.
• Experience in analyzing resultant data from metallic and composite structures
• Experience in analyzing Thru-Transmission Ultrasonics of sandwich composite structures
• Experience in pulse echo composites inspection
• Experience in Bond Testing
• Experience in composite repair inspection
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematic diagrams
• Familiar and understand the requirements defined in ASTM E2700 Standard Practice for Contact Ultrasonic Testing of Welds Using Phased Arrays
• Advance Phased Array Training.
• Thermography Training (LI and LII)
• 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; Radiography, Eddy Current, Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle.
• Ability to certify in one or more of the following methods; Radiography, Eddy Current, Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Infrared, or emergent methods Terahertz and/or Laser Shearograpy per NAS-410.
• 40 hours of Radiation Safety Training
• 40 hours of Digital Radiography Training
• Training in Computed and Digital Radiography.
• Carded by a state or a certifying entity (such as ASNT, IRRSP) as a radiographer for X-ray.
• Knowledge of industry NDT standards
• Experience in a production environment, preferably in aerospace
• Experience with automated/robotic inspection equipment
• 1+ years of aerospace experience

Don’t meet every single requirement? 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 a inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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 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, 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.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20