Certified Welding Inspector, NDE (Launch)
Core
Perform internal and external inspections of weldments and structures to determine compliance with acceptance criteria, codes, and specifications for flight components.
Role type
NDE Level II Inspector (Welding)
Builds
Flight components and production assemblies for Falcon, Dragon, Starship, and Raptor programs
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Welding inspection
Required skills
Nondestructive Evaluation Level II certification (RT, DR, PT, VT, CR, PAUT, UT, UTSW, MT), Visual inspection, Welding process monitoring (GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, PAW), Code interpretation (ASME, AWS, ABS), Engineering drawing review, Vendor surveillance audits, Repair oversight, Post-weld heat treatment verification, Documentation management
Preferred skills
AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), 2+ years CWI experience, Eddy current (ET) Level II certification, Surface and subsurface NDE methodologies
Technologies
ASNT TC-1A, NAS-410, DOD guidance, AWS, ASME, ABS
Responsibilities
Perform internal and external inspections to determine if a weldment/structure meets acceptance criteria; Interpret codes and specifications in accordance with drawing requirements; Monitor welding processes to ensure compliance with qualified procedures; Verify and document welder qualifications; Oversee NDT examinations, proof, and mechanical testing; Conduct vendor surveillance audits of welding and inspection work; Assist in training and developing of other teammates; Interpret and review engineering drawings as required; Interpret, evaluate, communicate, and report findings to production and engineering teams
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
