NDT Technician - Computed Tomography (CT) - Level II - C Shift (Weekend Day Shift) Verified today

Blue Origin · Space Coast, FL · Production · first seen 2026-09-03

Role

You will perform Computed Tomography scans and Digital Radiographic inspections of flight-critical metallic and composite flight hardware and test samples. Working as part of a nondestructive testing specialist team, you will assure part integrity, quality and life span across Blue Origin's spaceflight systems.

Responsibilities

  • Establish and maintain techniques to properly examine hardware, ensuring adherence to all safety and specification requirements
  • Perform Computed Tomography scans and interpret data
  • Perform inspections using Digital Radiographic Test (DRT)
  • Interpret inspection results and apply acceptance criteria identified on drawing or shop work order
  • Perform all necessary daily, weekly, monthly process control checks
  • Document and organize inspection results
  • Interface and communicate with Engineers and Managers to describe inspection results

Required Qualifications

  • 2+ years of Level II experience in non-film radiography (DR or CR)
  • 1+ year of Level II experience in Computed Tomography
  • Must pass Radiographic General Test and Specific Test by week 3 (study materials provided if needed)
  • Meet minimum training requirements per NAS-410 in Radiography
  • 40 hours of Radiation Safety Training
  • 40 hours of Digital Radiography Training
  • Qualify to certify to Level II status per NAS-410 requirements in Non-Film Radiography with minimum 800 hours documented experience
  • Near Vision: 20/25 (Snellen) at 16 inches or Jaeger No. 1 at not less than 12 inches
  • Color Perception: 14 Plate Ishihara Color Test with minimum 12 panels correctly identified
  • Familiar with ASTM E1695 (CT System Performance), ASTM E1742 (Radiographic Examination), ASTM E2445 (CR System Evaluation), ASTM E2698 (Digital Detector Arrays)
  • Experience operating NDT inspection equipment and radiation safety equipment
  • Ability to determine optimal parameters per defined techniques and system calibrations
  • Experience analyzing data from metallic and composite structures
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematic diagrams
  • MS Office products experience required
  • Must be willing to work overtime, weekends and off shifts as needed to meet critical deadlines
  • Ability to lift and transport parts and inspection equipment within OSHA requirements
  • Experience in both lab and field inspection environments
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
  • U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident (Green Card), or lawfully admitted as refugee or granted asylum

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in composites inspections
  • Volume Graphics experience
  • State or certifying entity card (ASNT, IRRSP) as radiographer for X-ray
  • NAS-410 training in Ultrasonics, Eddy Current, Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle
  • Certification in one or more of: Ultrasonics, Eddy Current, Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Infrared, Terahertz, or Laser Shearography per NAS-410
  • Training in Computed and Digital Radiography
  • Advanced Phased Array Training
  • Knowledge of industry NDT standards
  • Production environment experience, preferably aerospace
  • Experience with automated or robotic inspection equipment
  • 1+ years aerospace experience

Shift

Friday to Sunday, 5:00 PM to 5:30 AM (Weekend Day Shift / C Shift)

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • Basic and supplemental life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short and long-term disability
  • 401(k) with company match up to 5%
  • Education Support Program
  • Stock options for regular employees working 20+ hours per week
  • Paid Time Off: up to 4 weeks per year based on scheduled hours, plus up to 14 company-paid holidays
  • Bonus eligibility based on role type and job level (not guaranteed)