NDE Level II Inspector, Certified Welding Inspector (Starship Mechanisms) - 1st Shift

NDE LEVEL II INSPECTOR, CERTIFIED WELDING INSPECTOR (STARSHIP MECHANISMS) - 1ST SHIFT
The NDE operations organization at SpaceX is an inclusive, interdisciplinary team committed to providing high-quality inspections of flight components and production assemblies. The breadth of exposure as an NDE Level II Inspector is immense, as the organization is responsible for a large diversity of inspection types across the Starship program.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform surface NDE inspections, including but not limited to VT and PT


• Interpret, evaluate, communicate, and report findings to production and engineering teams


• Interpret and review engineering drawings as required


• Support the development of NDE inspection techniques for complex geometries


• Support research and development of system qualification and certification for critical processes


• Assist in training and developing others on the team

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate


• Nondestructive Evaluation Level II certification in line with ASNT TC-1A, NAS-410, or DOD guidance in one of the following methods: eddy current (ET), radiography (RT), digital radiography (DR), dye penetrant (PT), computed radiography (CR), phase array (PAUT), ultrasonic (UT), or ultrasonic shear wave (UTSW); OR 3+ years of inspection experience in an aerospace, aviation, military or a precision machined parts manufacturing environment OR completion of a certified NDE/NDT school or course

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Additional nondestructive evaluation Level II certifications in line with ASNT TC-1A, NAS-410, or DOD guidance


• Experience using one of the listed NDE methods for the inspection of weldments, forgings, or castings


• 2+ years of experience as a level II nondestructive evaluation/testing inspector


• Experience performing NDE testing within the aerospace industry


• American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)


• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft applications


• Experience inspecting advanced materials such as high strength aluminum alloys, precipitation hardened steels, Inconel, Monel, titanium, and Maraging steel (super alloys)


• Knowledge of UTEX InspectionWare software or equivalent


• Knowledge of NASA 5009 standards


• Knowledge of AMS, AWS/ASME, ASTM, standards


• Experience with problem solving tools and techniques including: practical problem solving (PPS), and eight disciplines (8D)


• Basic understanding of Lean principles: 5S, Kaizen, continuous improvement initiative

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Shift times:
  
  
  
  • 1st shift (Monday - Friday): 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  
  


• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed


• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. unassisted


• Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl and maneuver in tight spaces. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time - 8 hours min

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Level 1: $25.00 - $31.00/hour
Level 2: $29.00 - $38.00/hour
Level 3: $34.00 - $44.75/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.