Senior NDE Inspector, ET, Second Shift

Segment (Twilio); Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 35,200 - 52,800; Full time

Job summary

Relativity Space seeks an experienced NDE professional to join the NDE Team at the Cape Canaveral site. You will perform Eddy Current inspections, develop tests, and help ensure the integrity of large-scale aerospace components used in the Terran R program.

The role requires Level II ET certification, NAS 410 or SNT-TC-1A credentials, and the ability to travel up to 25%. You will work with a cross-disciplinary team to advance fabrication and inspection methods while contributing to a

Qualifications

• NDE Level II Certification in Eddy Current (ET) inspection.
• Proof of NAS 410 or SNT-TC-1A training/certificates.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Strong computer skills including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs unassisted and stand for extended periods.
• Open to travel (10% - 25%).

Responsibilities

• Develop feasibility studies, PODs, and qualification plans with ET Specialists and NDE Engineers.
• Perform ET/ECA NDE inspections using novel and advanced techniques.
• Evaluate ET/ECA data files for quality and document results.
• Interface with outside stakeholders regarding inspection results and future possibilities.
• Develop and publish part-specific NDE techniques for complex parts.
• Work with vendors to troubleshoot and maintain equipment.
• Apply inspection plans, procedures, and techniques across projects.

Skills

Reading drawings

MS Office

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

NAS 410 certification

SNT-TC-1A certification

Tools

Eddy current testing equipment

CAD

Job description

At Relativity Space, we’re building rockets to serve today’s needs and tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Our Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch capacity. But that’s just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock new opportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyond the known. Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Here, you're not just executing tasks; you're solving problems that haven’t been solved before, helping develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up. Whether you’re in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a corporate function, you’ll collaborate across teams, shape decisions, and see your work come to life in record time. Relativity is a place where creativity and technical rigor go hand in hand, and your voice will help define the stories we’re writing together. Now is a unique moment in time where it’s early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, and the culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The most meaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.

About the Team:

The Relativity Space NDE Team is dedicated to the integrity of our product while tackling the challenges of our novel manufacturing methods. We are tasked with developing and executing inspection of a huge variety of materials and components using cutting-edge industry technology. From crafting in-house processes and procedures that adhere to industry standards, to executing inspection operations, our team maintains a steadfast commitment to accuracy and reliability.

About the Role:

• Work closely with ET Specialist inspectors and NDE Engineers to develop and execute feasibility studies, POD’s, and qualification plans.
• Perform ET/ECA NDE inspections using novel and advanced techniques.
• Evaluate digital ET/ECA data files for quality and accept/reject criteria Detailed and comprehensive documentation/reporting of eddy current analysis results.
• Interface with outside stakeholders regarding inspection results and future possibilities.
• Develop and publish part‑specific NDE techniques for a variety of complex parts.
• Work with vendors to troubleshoot and maintain equipment.
• In depth comprehension and effective application of relevant NDE inspection plans, procedures, and techniques.

About You:

• NDE Level II Certification in Eddy Current (ET) inspection
• Proof of NDE Classroom Training and Certificates as well as previous certifications per NAS 410 or SNT‑TC‑1A (be prepared to provide these records prior to onsite interview)
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering work instructions and drawings
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs unassisted, stand for extended period of time
• Open to travel (10% - 25%)

Nice to haves but not required:

• Experience with Eddy Current Array inspection, evaluating ET/ECA data generated in Eddyfi Magnifi software or equivalent platform
• NDE Level 2 Certification in ultrasonics (UTT/UTSW/PAUT), dye penetrant (PT), visual inspection (VT,CWI)
• Experience with Alternating Current Field Measurement (ACFM) Inspections
• Knowledge of industry standards (NASA, AMS, AWS/ASME, ASTM, etc.)
• Experience with CAD
• Experience with QA/QC and/or Lean Manufacturing concepts and applications

Successful candidates must clear a background check administered by the US government to obtain clearance for on‑site work at our government partner location in Cape Canaveral, Florida.

At Relativity Space, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job‑related factors. Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more! To see some of the benefits & perks we offer, please visit here.

Hiring Range:

$35.20-$52.80 USD

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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