NDT Technician - Radiography (RT) - Level II - D Shift Verified today
Role Overview
As an NDT Radiography Technician Level II, you will perform radiographic inspection of flight-critical metallic and composite hardware and test samples for Blue Origin spaceflight systems. You will be part of a team of nondestructive testing specialists assuring part integrity, quality, and lifespan across all production activities.
Shift
- D Shift: Friday to Sunday, 5:00 PM to 5:30 AM
Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain techniques to properly examine hardware, ensuring adherence to all safety and specification requirements
- 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, and 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 2 experience in non-film radiography (DR or CR)
- Must be able to pass Radiographic General Test and Specific Test by week 3 (study materials provided if needed)
- Carded by a state or certifying entity (such as ASNT, IRRSP) as a radiographer for X-ray
- Must meet minimum training requirements per NAS-410 in Radiography
- 40 hours of Radiation Safety Training
- Qualify to certify to Level II status per NAS-410 requirements in Non-Film Radiography with minimum 800 documented hours
- Minimum Vision Requirements: 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 and understand ASTM E1742 (Radiographic Examination), ASTM E2445 (CR System Performance), and ASTM E2698 (Digital Detector Arrays)
- Experience in operation of NDT inspection equipment and radiation safety equipment
- Ability to determine optimal parameters per defined techniques and system calibrations
- Experience analyzing resultant data from metallic and composite structures
- Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematic diagrams
- Experience with MS Office products 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
Desired Qualifications
- Strong desire for Eddy Current and Fluorescent Penetrant experience
- 40 hours of Digital Radiography Training and/or Computed Radiography
- Ability to meet minimum training requirements per NAS-410 in Ultrasonics, Eddy Current, Liquid Penetrant, or Magnetic Particle
- Ability to certify in 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
- Experience in a production environment, preferably aerospace
- Experience with automated or robotic inspection equipment
- 1+ years of aerospace experience
Employment Requirements
- Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
- Required background check: Blue's Standard Background Check
- May be required: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if role requires access to military installation
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, 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 all regular employees (20+ hours/week)
- Paid Time Off: Up to 4 weeks per year based on scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays
- Bonuses may be eligible depending on role type and job level