Ultrasonic NDT Tech II for Spaceflight - 2nd Shift

Blue Origin LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Stock options

Paid time off

Education support program

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Nondestructive Testing Specialist to perform ultrasonic inspections of flight hardware and test samples. You will apply NDT methods to ensure part integrity and assist in development and production activities.

The role requires Level II qualification, adherence to ASTM E164/E2375 NAS-410 standards, and readiness for shift work with overtime. You will collaborate with engineers, document results, and contribute to safe human spaceflight.

Qualifications

• Must hold Level II Ultrasonic certification per ASME BPVC V, ISO 9712 or ASNT CP189 with ~800 hours documented.
• NAS-410 ultrasound training: 80h minimum in US methods plus 80h in Phased Array.
• Able to pass Ultrasonic General & Specific Tests by week 3.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain ultrasonic inspection techniques per safety and spec requirements.
• Perform inspections using Ultrasonic equipment.
• Interpret results and apply acceptance criteria from drawings/work orders.
• Document and organize inspection results.
• Interface with Engineers/Managers to describe results.
• Perform volumetric NDE with advanced phased array ultrasonics.
• Support R&D in phased array techniques for operational improvement.
• Train and develop others within the team.
• Develop NDE inspection techniques for complex geometries.

Skills

Ultrasonic testing

NDT inspections

Blueprint reading

MS Office

Education

ASNT/NAS-410 Ultrasound Training

Tools

Phased Array

Radiography

Eddy Current

Job description

Blue Origin LLC in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Nondestructive Testing Specialist to perform ultrasonic inspections of flight hardware and test samples. You will apply NDT methods to ensure part integrity and assist in development and production activities.

The role requires Level II qualification, adherence to ASTM E164/E2375 NAS-410 standards, and readiness for shift work with overtime. You will collaborate with engineers, document results, and contribute to safe human spaceflight.