Sr. NDE Inspector, ET

Long Beach, California, United States

$75-97k

Full Time

7 hours ago

Job description

At Relativity Space, we have two audacious goals: to build the next great commercial launch company with Terran R and to become America's leading force in additive manufacturing innovation. Both contribute to our long-term vision of creating humanity’s industrial base on Mars, paving the way for interplanetary life to expand the possibilities of the human experience. This journey begins right here on Earth – where we design, build, and fly rockets to deliver customer payloads to orbit. Terran R, our medium-to-heavy lift reusable rocket, fulfills the growing demand for launch capacity, thanks to our iterative approach that accelerates design, testing, and development while minimizing costs. While our groundbreaking research and development in 3D printing pushes the boundaries of large-scale additive manufacturing.

Your journey with us is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to shape the future of aerospace technology, additive manufacturing, and the human experience alongside a community of passionate, creative individuals. Join us on this extraordinary journey, as we work together to transform our vision into reality.

About the Team: 

The Relativity Space NDE Team is dedicated to the integrity of our product while tackling the challenges of our novel manufacturing methods. We are tasked with developing and executing inspection of a huge variety of materials and components using cutting-edge industry technology. From crafting in-house processes and procedures that adhere to industry standards, to executing inspection operations, our team maintains a steadfast commitment to accuracy and reliability. 

About the Role:

Your core responsibilities will be: 

  • Work closely with ET Specialist inspectors and NDE Engineers to develop and execute feasibility studies, POD’s, and qualification plans
  • Perform ET/ECA NDE inspections using novel and advanced techniques
  • Evaluate digital ET/ECA data files for quality and accept/reject criteria
  • Detailed and comprehensive documentation/reporting of eddy current analysis results
  • Interface with outside stakeholders regarding inspection results and future possibilities
  • Develop and publish part-specific NDE techniques for a variety of complex parts
  • Work with vendors to troubleshoot and maintain equipment
  • In depth comprehension and effective application of relevant NDE inspection plans, procedures, and techniques

About You:

  • NDE Level II Certification in Eddy Current (ET) inspection in an aerospace or nuclear setting
  • Proof of NDE Classroom Training and Certificates as well as previous certifications per NAS 410 or SNT-TC-1A (be prepared to provide these records prior to onsite interview)
  • Experience reading and interpreting engineering work instructions and drawings
  • Experience creating Part Specific Techniques
  • Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, which may involve safely handling equipment and lifting up to 25 pounds

Nice to haves but not required:  

  • Experience with Eddy Current Array inspection, evaluating ET/ECA data generated in Eddyfi Magnifi software or equivalent platform
  • ASNT or NAS-410 NDE Level 3 Certification in ET
  • NDE Level 2 Certification in ultrasonics (UTT/UTSW/PAUT), dye penetrant (PT), visual inspection (VT,CWI), Eddy Current (ET, ECA)
  • Experience with inspection of additively manufactured materials
  • Knowledge of industry standards (NASA, AMS, AWS/ASME, ASTM, etc.)
  • Experience with qualification of NDE inspection techniques/procedures in one or more volumetric methods
  • Experience with CAD
  • Experience with QA/QC and/or Lean Manufacturing concepts and applications

At Relativity Space, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more! To see some of the benefits & perks we offer, please visit here.

Hiring Range:
$36.13$46.75 USD

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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