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 R&D, 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 capabilities, which may include a medical history review
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 reach out to [email protected].
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- Nondestructive Evaluation Level II certification in radiography, digital radiography, or computed radiography
SpaceX Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity grants are a core part of total compensation, with periodic company-run tender offers that create liquidity before any public listing. These mechanisms can make the equity component feel materially valuable in practice.
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Healthcare Strength — The package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with on-site clinics and health resources at major sites. This breadth of coverage is presented as a strong element of the offering.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Major locations feature on-site amenities such as fitness facilities, food/coffee, clinics, and other conveniences. These lifestyle perks enhance day-to-day value alongside cash and equity.
SpaceX Insights
What We Do
SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches the world’s most advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 by Elon Musk to revolutionize space transportation, with the ultimate goal of making life multiplanetary. SpaceX has gained worldwide attention for a series of historic milestones. It is the only private company ever to return a spacecraft from low-Earth orbit, which it first accomplished in December 2010. The company made history again in May 2012 when its Dragon spacecraft attached to the International Space Station, exchanged cargo payloads, and returned safely to Earth — a technically challenging feat previously accomplished only by governments. Since then Dragon has delivered cargo to and from the space station multiple times, providing regular cargo resupply missions for NASA.
