Senior NDE Radiography Inspector — Second Shift

Relativity Space; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

PTO & Sick Leave

Parental Leave

Learning Stipend

Job summary

Relativity Space in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Senior NDE Inspector (Radiography) for the second shift to inspect aerospace hardware and support RT processes across cabinet, vault, and field environments. You will lead RT technique development, interpret radiographs, generate inspection reports, and mentor Level I/II NDE personnel while collaborating with RT specialists, manufacturing and quality teams.

This role requires 5+ years of RT experience, NAS 410 / SNT-TC-1A or equivalent, and

Qualifications

• Proof of formal RT classroom training and current radiation-safety certification.
• Level II RT certification with NAS 410 / SNT-TC-1A or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience performing film or digital radiography on complex hardware.
• Ability to read drawings and inspection plans and determine acceptance per criteria.
• Willingness to travel approximately 10-25%.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced Radiographic Testing (RT) inspections on complex aerospace hardware using film and digital radiographic techniques in cabinet, vault, and field environments.
• Interpret and evaluate radiographic images for indications and determine acceptance per drawings, specs, procedures, and criteria.
• Develop, validate, and publish part-specific RT techniques for various hardware and configurations.
• Generate clear inspection documentation and reports, including image-analysis results and findings.
• Provide technical guidance to Level I/II NDE personnel and mentor team members.
• Support continuous improvement of RT inspection processes, reliability, repeatability, and throughput.

Skills

RT experience

NDE experience

RT interpretation & reporting

NAS 410 / SNT-TC-1A

Travel willingness

Education

NDE RT classroom training certificate

IRRSP or equivalent certification

Level II RT certification NAS 410

Tools

Radiography equipment use (CR/DR)

Job description

Relativity Space in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Senior NDE Inspector (Radiography) for the second shift to inspect aerospace hardware and support RT processes across cabinet, vault, and field environments. You will lead RT technique development, interpret radiographs, generate inspection reports, and mentor Level I/II NDE personnel while collaborating with RT specialists, manufacturing and quality teams.

This role requires 5+ years of RT experience, NAS 410 / SNT-TC-1A or equivalent, and