About the Job
Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab’s proven execution history with the ...
The Quality Inspector II – NDT will ensure the integrity, reliability, and quality of components and assemblies through penetrant (PT) and visual (VT) inspection. Working closely with engineering and production teams, this individual will help develop and refine NDT processes, acceptance criteria, and Standard Opera...
Partner with engineering, production, and manufacturing teams to develop and improve NDT processes, acceptance criteria, and SOPs, and to eliminate non-conforming product.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate daily activities of the NDT team to keep inspection operations efficient and effective.
Perform and evaluate advanced penetrant (PT) and visual (VT) inspections on components, assemblies, and welds to detect defects and determine acceptability to specification.
Apply NDT techniques to complex geometries and advanced materials.
Support research and development efforts for qualification and certification of critical processes.
Ensure inspections comply with applicable AS, AMS, AWS, NAS, ASME, and ASTM standards.
Maintain accurate inspection records in accordance with the quality management system.
Stay current on advancements in NDT technology and techniques to continuously improve inspection capabilities.
Required Skills & Abilities
2+ years of experience in aviation, aerospace, or a similar industry
Hands-on experience performing PT and VT inspection in aerospace
Experience inspecting advanced materials such as high-strength aluminum alloys, precipitation-hardened steels, Inconel, Monel, titanium, and maraging steels
Working knowledge of AS, AMS, AWS, NAS, ASME, and ASTM standards
High school diploma or GED
Certifications:
AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
NDT Level I / II in PT per NAS 410, ASNT, or equivalent
NDT Level I / II in VT per NAS 410, ASNT, or equivalent
Ability to work one of the following shifts:
1:15PM - 9:45PM Monday – Friday
Stand and walk for entire shift (8+ hours) on various work surfaces
Climb ladders and work at elevated height small spaces, awkward positions, and tight areas as needed
Perform repetitive motions including bending, twisting, reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, and stooping
Use hands with precision to handle, control, and operate tools, instruments, and equipment
Lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment up to 25 lbs.
Work in varied environments including production floors, equipment areas, and field locations with exposure to noise, temperature variations, and moving machinery
Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and varied shifts as operational needs require
Qualifications
Experience:
2 years experience
Education:
Vocational / Technical Certificate / Diploma
Work Authorization
Citizenship of AU / NZ / EU / NATO
