Senior NDE Inspector, Radiography Verified today

About the Team

The Materials and NDE (Non-Destructive Evaluation) team enables Terran R to fly, re-fly, and scale. You will work at the intersection of innovation and execution, developing, characterizing, and inspecting materials and processes across all vehicle parts. From welding and additive manufacturing to advanced composites, the team balances performance and reliability with cost, quality, and schedule.

About the Role

You will perform advanced Radiographic Testing (RT) inspections on complex ground support and aerospace hardware using film and digital radiographic techniques in cabinet, vault, and field environments.

• Independently interpret and evaluate radiographic images for relevant indications and determine acceptance against engineering drawings, specifications, procedures, and acceptance criteria
• Develop, document, validate, and publish part-specific radiographic techniques for complex hardware and inspection configurations
• Work closely with RT Specialists, NDE Engineers, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve inspection challenges and support feasibility studies, Probability of Detection (POD) studies, and qualification plans
• Demonstrate in-depth understanding and practical application of applicable NDE procedures, inspection plans, techniques, codes, standards, and customer requirements
• Generate clear, accurate, and comprehensive inspection documentation and reports, including detailed radiographic image-analysis results and findings
• Troubleshoot radiographic inspection processes and equipment, identify image-quality degradation sources, and maintain reliable inspection capability
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Level I and Level II NDE personnel on technique execution, image interpretation, equipment operation, and inspection best practices
• Communicate inspection results, technical concerns, and potential solutions effectively with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and other stakeholders
• Support continuous improvement of RT inspection processes to improve reliability, repeatability, throughput, and quality

About You

• 5+ years of relevant aerospace RT experience
• Formal NDE classroom training in Radiographic Testing (RT) and current IRRSP or equivalent radiation-safety certification
• Previous Level II certification in Radiographic Testing in accordance with NAS 410, SNT-TC-1A, or equivalent industry standard, with verifiable training, experience, and certification records
• Hands-on experience performing film radiography (CR) and/or digital radiography (DR) inspections on complex hardware
• Extensive and verifiable experience interpreting and evaluating radiographic images, including weld quality, discontinuity identification, image quality, and disposition against established acceptance criteria
• Strong working knowledge of radiographic inspection principles and techniques, including exposure parameters, geometric unsharpness, image quality indicators (IQIs), sensitivity, source-to-object/detector relationships, and image-quality requirements
• Experience performing radiographic inspections in cabinet, vault, and/or field environments and working safely with ionizing-radiation equipment
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, inspection plans, and acceptance criteria
• Demonstrated ability to independently execute established RT techniques, document inspection results, and produce clear and accurate inspection reports
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with standard workplace applications used for inspection documentation, image review, data entry, and reporting
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted and stand or work in inspection environments for extended periods
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 10-25%, as required

Nice to Have

• Previous certification or experience in additional NDE methods such as PT, VT, UT, and/or ET
• Experience inspecting welded assemblies, castings, forgings, composite structures, and/or additively manufactured components using radiographic methods
• Experience with multiple radiographic technologies, including conventional film, Computed Radiography (CR), and Digital Radiography (DR)
• Experience developing, optimizing, or qualifying part-specific RT techniques and inspection procedures for complex geometries
• Experience with digital image processing, image-analysis software, and radiographic image enhancement/evaluation tools
• Working knowledge of applicable aerospace and NDE standards and specifications, including NAS 410, ASTM, AWS, ASME, AMS, and customer-specific requirements
• Experience working with NDE Engineers and Level III personnel on inspection feasibility studies, technique development, qualification activities, and Probability of Detection (POD) studies
• Experience performing NDE on additively manufactured materials/components, including complex geometries and varying material densities
• Experience with CAD models and engineering drawings to support inspection planning, technique development, and interpretation of complex hardware
• Experience interfacing with or auditing third-party NDE suppliers/vendors
• Experience with QA/QC systems, root-cause/corrective-action processes, and Lean Manufacturing/continuous-improvement principles

Compensation

Hiring range: $35.20-$52.80 USD per hour. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more.