Ultrasonic NDT Technician for Spaceflight Hardware

Blue Origin LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 67,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an Ultrasonic NDT Inspector to perform and document UT inspections on flight-critical hardware, interpret results, and collaborate with engineers to ensure part integrity. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement in a aerospace environment, with potential overtime to meet critical deadlines.

Qualifications include NAS-410 ultrasound training, ASNT/ISO standards familiarity, and strong blueprint reading.

Qualifications

• Qualified to level II in Ultrasonic testing per ASME BPVC V, ISO 9712 or ASNT CP189 with 800+ hours of experience
• Must meet NAS-410 Ultrasound training requirements and complete UT tests
• Experience with phased array ultrasonic testing and calibration procedures
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics
• Experience in lab and field assessment environments

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain UT inspection techniques for hardware in accordance with safety/spec requirements
• Perform ultrasonic inspections and interpret results against drawing/shop orders
• Document inspection results and communicate findings to engineers/managers
• Conduct volumetric NDE inspections with phased array ultrasonics
• Support development of NDE techniques for complex geometries
• Assist in training and developing team members

Skills

Ultrasonic testing

NDT methods

Phased Array

Blueprint reading

Inspection data analysis

Communication with engineers

Safety compliance

Education

NAS-410 training

ASNT/ISO/ASTM familiarity

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking an Ultrasonic NDT Inspector to perform and document UT inspections on flight-critical hardware, interpret results, and collaborate with engineers to ensure part integrity. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement in a aerospace environment, with potential overtime to meet critical deadlines.

Qualifications include NAS-410 ultrasound training, ASNT/ISO standards familiarity, and strong blueprint reading.