NDT Technician - Ultrasonic (UT) - Level II - A Shift

Front Door Defense; Titusville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an NDT Technician - Ultrasonic (UT) Level II for A Shift in Titusville, FL. Lead on-site ultrasonic inspection to certify spaceflight hardware for flight readiness. Responsibilities include performing UT inspections, interpreting results, and documenting findings while coordinating with engineers.

The role requires Level II UT experience, NAS-410 certification, and the ability to work overtime. Join a mission-driven team ensuring safety and quality in aerospace hardware.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Level 2 experience in ultrasonics.
• Must be able to pass Ultrasonic General Test and Specific Test by week 3.
• 80 hours of Phased Array Training.
• Qualified to certify to level II status per NAS-410 requirements in Ultrasound with a minimum documented experience of 800 hours.
• Meet minimum Vision Requirements (vision test specifics).
• Familiar with ASTM E164, E2700, E2375 standards related to UT.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Experience with MS Office products.
• Willing to work overtime, weekends and off shifts as needed.
• US citizenship or eligible status required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain techniques to properly examine hardware, ensuring adherence to all safety and specification requirements.
• Perform inspections using Ultrasonic 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.

Skills

Level II Ultrasonic

NDT inspection

Blueprint reading

MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Job description

NDT Technician - Ultrasonic (UT) - Level II - A Shift

Lead on-site ultrasonic inspection program to certify spaceflight hardware for flight readiness

Location: Titusville, Florida

About The Role

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 Ultrasonic inspection 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 – 4:30PM)

Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain techniques to properly examine hardware, ensuring adherence to all safety and specification requirements
• Perform inspections using Ultrasonic 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:

• 2+ years of Level 2 experience in ultrasonics
• Must be able to pass Ultrasonic General Test and Specific Test by week 3 (General Test study materials will be provided if needed)
• 80 hours of Phased Array Training
• Qualified to certify to level II status per NAS-410 requirements in Ultrasound with a minimum 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 E164 Standard Practice for Contact Ultrasonic Testing of Weldments
• Familiar and understand the requirements defined in ASTM E2700 Standard Practice for Contact Ultrasonic Testing of Welds Using Phased Arrays
• Familiar and understand the requirements defined in ASTM E 2375 Standard Practice for Ultrasonic Testing of Wrought Products
• 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
• 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:

• Advance Phased Array Training including Total Focusing Method (TFM)
• 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
• 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 shearography per NAS-410
• 40 hours of Radiation Safety Training
• 40 hours of Digital Radiography Training
• Training in Computed and Digital Radiography
• Knowledge of industry NDT standards
• Experience in a production environment, preferably in aerospace
• Experience with automated/robotic inspection equipment
• 1+ years of aerospace experience

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, you may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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 (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. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin 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

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check
• Required for certain job profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if 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 or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including driver qualification files
• 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

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting a diverse workforce.