SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

NDE LEVEL I INSPECTOR, RADIOGRAPHY INSPECTION (RT) 

The NDE operations organization at SpaceX is an inclusive, inter-disciplinary team that is committed to providing high-quality inspections of flight components and production assemblies. The breadth of exposure as an NDE Inspector is immense, as the organization is responsible for a large diversity of inspection types across Falcon, Dragon, Starship, and Raptor programs. You will have the ability to engage with the process and provide continuous improvements on the mission to make humanity interplanetary. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Perform volumetric NDE inspections with advanced radiographic techniques: Traditional analogue, computed, and direct digital 
• Interpret, communicate, and report findings to production and engineering teams 
• Interpret and review engineering drawings as required 
• Optimize and manipulate digital images for maximum clarity and accuracy 
• Support the development of NDE inspection techniques for complex geometries 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate 
• Nondestructive evaluation level I certification in line with ASNT TC-1A or NAS-410 or DoD guidance in radiography (RT) 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Radiation safety training/certification with IRRSP X-ray card 
• 3+ months of experience performing digital radiography 
• Computed or direct digital certification 
• Operational experience of utilizing digital radiography systems 
• NDE level II certification in line with ASNT-TC-1A guidance in dye penetrant (PT) and visual inspection (VT) 
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc. 
• Knowledge of Carestream, Virtual Media Integration (VMI), VJ or YXLON imaging kits 
• Experience operating computed panels, scanners and direct digital panels 
• Experience inspecting advanced materials such as high strength aluminum alloys, precipitation hardened steels, inconel, titanium and maraging steel (super alloys) 
• Knowledge of AMS, AWS/ASME, ASTM 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to lift 25lbs unassisted, bend, stretch, stand for extended periods of time, climb stairs, reach, twist, sit, and walk 
• Willing to work overtime to meet critical deadlines​ 
• Must be able to work one of the following shifts:  
  • B Shift: 2pm–12am Monday-Friday 
  • C Shift: 5am–5pm Thursday-Sunday 
  • D Shift: 5pm–5am Thursday-Sunday 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: 

Pay range:

NDE Inspector/Level 1: $23.00 - $31.00/hour     NDE Inspector/Level 2: $28.00 - $38.00/hour            Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. 

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.