NDE Radiography Specialist, DR/CR (Starship)
SpaceXStarbase, TXPosted 6 April 2026
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Job Description
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 RADIOGRAPHY SPECIALIST (STARSHIP)
As an NDE Radiography Specialist technical expert at SpaceX you will be required to interface across the business building a link and providing solutions between initial RD, engineering, production and quality assurance in the development of specifications, process, procedures and people to support targets and goals such as cycle time, right first time manufacture / assembly, probability of detection and indication/defect reduction. Principle technical understanding of your specific area of expertise and a wide industry knowledge of best practices, tools, equipment and procedures that are needed to ensure we have the best possible solutions deployed to maintain compliance and ensure our launch vehicles maintain reliability and performance for our customers.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Technology Development: - Systems tooling selection - Systems tooling qualification - System introduction project management
Process Development: - Hardware and software qualification/testing - Method process documentation - Part specific technique development, testing, documentation and deployment
- Development of customer relevant reporting packages for multiple data sets as well as single sample results - Engineering drawing interpretation and where applicable engineering specification definition support
Technical Production Support: - System level production maintenance and support - Tooling/system calibration - Production cell technical oversight: daily meetings, troubleshooting - Continuous improvement: process efficiency, speed accuracy
Technician Training Development: - Level I Level II technician qualification: written test definition, invigilation, and administration of written/practical, general and specific tests.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
Nondestructive Evaluation Level II certification in line with ASNT TC-1A, NAS-410, or DOD guidance in one of the following methods: radiography (RT), digital radiography (DR), or computed radiography (CR)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
5+ years of industry experience in as a NDE Inspector
Level III ASNT/NAS-410 in radiography
Knowledge and understanding of digital radiography
Knowledge and understanding of computed radiography
Knowledge and understanding of SNT TC-1-A NAS410 standards
Experience with proven track record in the training and development of others
Scope, delivery and implementation of radiographic inspection strategies and systems
Knowledge of AMS, AWS/ASME, ASTM, etc.
Problem solving tools and techniques: Practical Problem Solving, 8D, etc.
Lean principles, Kaizen, Continuous improvement, 5S
Knowledge of NASA 5009 Standards
Basic computer skills: Microsoft office applications - Word, Power Point, Excel, etc.
CAD packages Such as Siemens NX*, Catia, Pro-E, E
Experience in working with fracture critical products parts
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
Sit: Up to 3 hours per day
Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day
Walk: Up to 3 hours per day
Lift/Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 6 hours per day
Kneel/Crouch: up to 3 hours per day
Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day
Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: up to 3 hours per day
Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilitie ... (truncated, view full listing at source)
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