NDT Level III Specialist

Description

Reusable systems are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. We are seeking a full-time NDT Level III Specialist to join our dynamic team. The purpose of this role is to design and execute inspection methods for welded structures and additively manufactured components at Stoke. You will be responsible for developing processes, designing tooling, and helping define the inspection criteria for products that will enable the production of a fully reuseable rocket that is simple to produce. A qualified candidate will take a first principles approach to help define Stoke inspection methods, execute on inspections, and justify acceptance criteria for us and for our customers. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.

You will assist in AS9100 certification efforts with high efficiency and low overhead input; targeting a minimum viable product result which acts to advance company quality documentation while preserving a culture of nimble development and fast iteration.

Responsibilities

• Inspect Stoke welds in process, partnering with welders to deliver products, per print, expediently
• Inspect Stoke additively manufactured components, partnering with engineers and technicians to deliver practical inspection methods in ensuring print quality
• Interface with engineers to align on inspection requirements and capabilities, inspection method selection, and interpretation
• Qualification and deployment of new inspection processes
• Design, prototype, and implement nondestructive sensor systems to solve manufacturing quality problems
• Support targets and goals such as increased probability of detection, reduced cycle time, right first-time manufacture/assembly, and indication/defect reduction
• Manage priorities and support a host of products simultaneously
• Use empirical data to improve design and performance of NDE systems
• Develop and deliver advanced nondestructive evaluation inspection solutions
• Lead in the identification, down selection, and purchase of capital inspections equipment and tooling
• Maintain close relationships and communications with internal design customers, provide design-for-manufacturability input
• Embody and instill Stoke values and company culture throughout organization

Qualifications

• NDT Level III in at least one of the following methods: Eddy current (ET), radiography (RT), digital radiography (DR), dye penetrant (PT), visual inspection (VT), computed tomography (CT)
• Extensive knowledge and experience interpreting aerospace, welding, and additive specifications such as AWS D17.1, AWS D20.1, AMS 2680, NASA-STD-6030, NASA-STD-5009
• Working knowledge of surface and subsurface NDT methodologies
• Meeting the requirements of a general vision examination
• Ability to lead
• Ability to follow
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Willing to relocate to Seattle, WA

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off
• Flexible scheduling
• Equity

Compensation

Target Levels:

• Level 2 Range: $104,500 - $141,400
• Level 3 range: $123,000 - $184,400
• Level 4 range: $144,100 - $240,100

Your actual level and base salary will be decided based on your specific experience and skill level.