Blue Origin
spaceflight
NDTTechnician-InfraredThermography(IRT)-LevelII-AShift
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“NDT Technician - Infrared Thermography (IRT) - Level II - A Shift at Blue Origin. Skills: Infrared Thermography (IRT), NDT, NAS-410, ASTM E2582. Perform development and production activities involving Nondestructive Testing (NDT) methods for various spaceflight systems. Perform Thermographic inspection of flight critical metallic and/or composite flight hardware and test samples”
What You'll Achieve.
Assuring part integrity, quality and life span; Lowering the cost of access to space; Enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.
Industry & Context.
Problem solvers
Must be willing to work overtime, weekends and off shifts as needed to meet critical deadlines, Ability to lift and transport parts and/or inspection equipment within OSHA requirements, 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., Comfortable working off of platforms, scissor lifts and or aerial boom lifts, Background Check, Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation, Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training., Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
1+ years of Level 2 experience in Thermography, Must be able to pass Thermography General Test and Specific Test by week 3, Must meet the minimum training requirements per NAS-410 in Thermography, Qualified to certify to level II status per NAS-410 requirements in Thermography with a minimum amount of documented experience of 600 hours, Meet minimum Vision Requirements: 1. Near Vision: Either 20/25 (Snellen) at 16" or Jaeger No. 1 at not less than 12” 2. Color Perception: 14 Plate Ishihara Color Test with a minimum of 12 panels correctly identified., Familiar and understand the requirements defined in ASTM E2582 Standard Practice for Infrared Flash Thermography of Composite Panels and Repair Patches used in Aerospace Applications., Ability to determine optimal parameters per defined techniques and system calibrations for inspection activity., Experience in analyzing resultant data from composite structures, Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematic diagrams, Experience with MS Office products is required, Must be willing to work overtime, weekends and off shifts as needed to meet critical deadlines, Ability to lift and transport parts and/or 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, 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., Comfortable working off of platforms, scissor lifts and or aerial boom lifts
Nice to Have
Ability meet the minimum training requirements per NAS-410 in other methods Radiography, Eddy Current, Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle., Ability to certify in one or more of the following Radiography (Non-Film), Ultrasonic, Eddy Current, Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, or emergent methods Terahertz and/or Laser Shearograpy per NAS-410., Phased Array Training., Carded by a state or a certifying entity (such as ASNT, IRRSP) as a radiographer for X-ray., 40 hours of Radiation Safety Training, 40 hours of Digital Radiography Training, Training in Computed and Digital Radiography., Knowledge of industry NDT standards, Experience in a production environment, preferably in aerospace, Experience with automated/robotic inspection equipment, 1+ years of aerospace experience
What You'll Do.
Perform development and production activities involving Nondestructive Testing (NDT) methods for various spaceflight systems
Perform Thermographic inspection of flight critical metallic and/or composite flight hardware and test samples
Establish and maintain techniques to properly examine hardware
ensuring adherence to all safety and specification requirements
Perform inspections using Thermography equipment
Interpret inspection results and apply acceptance criteria identified on drawing or shop work order.
Documentation and organization of inspection results.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Interface/communicate with Engineers and/or Managers to describe inspection results.; Contribute to a culture of inclusion; Collaborators
Communication Scope
Interface/communicate with Engineers and/or Managers to describe inspection results.
Full Job Description
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth. As part of a hardworking team of Nondestructive Testing specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will perform development and production activities involving Nondestructive Testing (NDT) methods for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of assuring part integrity, quality and life span. This position will primarily be involved in the Thermographic inspection of flight critical metallic and/or composite flight hardware and test samples This role will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! **Shift days/times** 1st shift Monday - Friday (7:00AM - 3:30PM) **Responsibilities:** * Establish a
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