Safety Engineer III - Pressure Systems & NDT

Jet Propulsion Laboratory; United States; On-site; USD 121,992 - 147,680; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Jet Propulsion Laboratory is looking for a Safety Engineer III to join the Facilities Operations Section. This role involves the management and certification of pressure vessels and cryogenic services ensuring safety in mission-critical systems.

Candidates should have at least a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science and significant experience in NDT operations. The position offers an annual salary range of $121,992 to $147,680, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of related experience.
• Ability to conduct work independently.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects on ground‑based pressure safety.
• Train and certify NDT personnel.
• Provide technical oversight of NDT programs.

Skills

Extensive experience leading NDT operations

Strong knowledge of codes, standards

Proficient in interpreting NDT results

Competence in Visual Testing (VT)

Basic ASNT Level III examination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science

Master’s degree or Ph.D. in related field

Tools

ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code

API standards

Job description

Job Summary

Facilities Operations Section (642) in the Facilities and Logistics Operations Division (6400) is seeking a Safety Engineer III to support the Pressure Systems & Cryogenic Engineering Services Group (642C) at JPL. The role focuses on the certification and management of pressure vessels and cryogenic services, ensuring reliability and safety for mission‑critical systems.

Location: Pasadena, California.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects within JPL, NASA, and external agencies on ground‑based pressure safety issues.
• Provide input on interpretation, application, and execution of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code and API standards for in‑service inspections.
• Train, examine, certify, and monitor NDT personnel to ensure compliance with company, contractual, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical oversight of NDT programs, approve procedures and workmanship standards, and ensure the integrity and effectiveness of inspection operations.
• Serve as a technical advisor on the interpretation and execution of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Codes and API standards for in‑service inspections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science with a minimum of 6 years of related experience, or a Master’s degree with 4 years, or a Ph.D. with 2 years of related experience.
• Extensive experience leading NDT operations, including designing, qualifying, and approving procedures, techniques, and inspection standards.
• Strong knowledge of codes, standards, specifications, and procedures related to pressure systems and NDT.
• Proficient in interpreting and evaluating NDT results in terms of ASME, API, and other applicable codes and standards.
• Experience with NDT materials, pressure system fabrication, service (in‑service), and product technology to establish techniques and acceptance criteria.
• Basic ASNT Level III examination or equivalent; capable of training and examining NDT Level I, II, and III personnel.
• Competence in Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
• American Welding Society (AWS) CWI welding inspector certification preferred.
• Ability to conduct work independently, making judgments on complex and unusual problems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to work overtime; some travel may be required.

Preferred Skills

• Wide‑ranging experience and advanced knowledge in engineering and fabrication of pressure vessels, welding requirements, and pipeline/pressure vessel safety.
• Radiographic Testing Level II certification.
• Skill in UT shear wave and phase array testing for detection and sizing of flaws on welds and engineered materials.
• Experience participating in pressure system and/or NDT audits.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, wellbeing, and retirement plans.
• Paid time off, learning opportunities, rideshare, childcare, flexible schedule, parental leave, and additional benefits.

Salary Range

Full time, annual range: $121,992 – $147,680 (Pasadena, California).

Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement

JPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status or any other characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state or local law. In addition, JPL is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. EEO is the Law. EEO is the Law Supplement Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. The Jet Propulsion Laboratory is a federal facility. Due to rules imposed by NASA, JPL will not accept applications from citizens of designated countries or those born in a designated country unless they are U.S. Citizens, Legal Permanent Residents of the U.S. or have other protected status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). The Designated Countries List is available here.