Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) Technician

Astrion; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion at Kennedy Space Center, FL seeks a 2nd shift Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) Technician to perform field and laboratory inspections supporting spaceflight hardware.

The role requires NDE/NDT Level II RT certification, multiple additional Level II NDE certifications, a valid Florida driver’s license, and the ability to obtain a security clearance. On-site, 3-11:30 PM shift with no travel.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and completion of an NDE/NDT training curriculum.
• Two or more years of experience performing NDT.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License.
• NDE/NDT Level II certification in Radiographic Testing (RT) per ANSI/SNT-TC-1A or MIL-STD-410E.
• Minimum of three additional NDE/NDT Level II certifications per ANSI (e.g., UT, ET, MT, PT, LT, VT, CCTV/CWI, IR).
• Ability to pass and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform tasks and provide guidance to trainees, Level I and II staff in field or lab NDE inspections.
• Follow written work instructions.
• Set up, standardize, and operate NDE test equipment.
• Interpret results of NDE inspections on equipment, systems and flight hardware.
• Perform tests and interpret results using Radiography, Ultrasonic, Eddy Current, Magnetic Particle, Liquid Penetrant, Leak Detection, Visual/Optical (CCTV/CWI) and Infrared methods.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Perform tasks with guidance from NDE engineering or management.
• Work safely in compliance with laboratory policies and procedures.

Skills

NDE Level II RT

RT/NDT methods

Team collaboration

Procedures literacy

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NDE/NDT training

Tools

Radiography equipment

Ultrasonic testing equipment

Eddy current equipment

Magnetic particle testing equipment

Job description

Overview

NDE Technician

LOCATION: Onsite, Kennedy Space Center, FL

JOB STATUS: FT, 2nd Shift 3-11:30 PM

CERTIFICATION: NDE/NDT Level II certification in Radiographic Testing (RT)

CLEARANCE: US Citizenship, Eligible for Secret Clearance

TRAVEL: None

U.S. Citizenship Is Required

Looking for an NDE opportunity that gives you more time at home and less time on the road? What if you could have a consistent 40-hour workweek, no travel, and be home every night while working on exciting aerospace and space-related projects?

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a 2nd Shift Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) Technician supporting the Civilian Division at Kennedy Space Center, FL. This full-time, represented position offers a great work/life balance while performing both in-field and laboratory NDE inspections supporting Kennedy Space Center and the United States Space Force 45th Space Wing at Canaveral Space Force Station.

Required Qualifications / Skills

• High School diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and completion of a related NDE/NDT technical training curriculum.
• Two or more years of experience performing Nondestructive Testing (NDT).
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License.
• NDE/NDT Level II certification in Radiographic Testing (RT) in accordance with applicable ANSI practices, including SNT-TC-1A or MIL-STD-410E.
• A minimum of three additional NDE/NDT Level II certifications in accordance with applicable ANSI practices, including SNT-TC-1A or MIL-STD-410E. Additional certifications may include Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Eddy Current Testing (ET), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Leak Testing (LT), Visual/Optical Testing (VT), CCTV/CWI, and/or Infrared (IR).
• Ability to pass and maintain a security clearance.

Desired Qualifications / Skills

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Able to work in enclosed areas and heights up to 500 feet
• Able to follow written and oral instructions
• Able to withstand stress of repetitive tasks and pressure of critical deadlines
• Must be able to read, comprehend and follow prescribed procedures
• Computer literate

Responsibilities

• Independently perform tasks and provide guidance to trainees, Level I and Level II employees engaged in field or laboratory NDE inspection activities
• Follow written work instructions
• Setup, standardize, and operate NDE test equipment
• Interpret results of NDE inspections performed on equipment, systems and flight hardware
• Perform tests and interpret results utilizing NDE methods such as Radiography, Ultrasonic, Eddy Current, Magnetic Particle, Liquid Penetrant, Leak Detection, Visual/Optical (CCTV/CWI) and Infrared
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance
• Perform work assigned with responsible NDE engineering or management
• Safely perform all work in compliance with laboratory best practices and local policies and procedures
• Perform tasks as directed

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