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Senior NDE Inspector, Radiography, Second Shift

Relativity Space

Long Beach, CA · full time · Senior

$35 – $53 / hour

Listed on Relativity Space’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.

What this role is

This role leads radiographic inspections on complex aerospace hardware for a rocket manufacturer, requiring advanced certification and years of hands-on experience with film and digital imaging techniques. It suits experienced NDE professionals ready to mentor junior inspectors, troubleshoot inspection systems, and contribute to launching reusable rockets.

Our summary, not Relativity Space’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

What they ask for

Required

  • 5+ years aerospace radiographic testing experience
  • Level II RT certification per NAS 410 or SNT-TC-1A
  • Current IRRSP or equivalent radiation safety certification
  • Hands-on film and/or digital radiography inspection experience
  • Ability to interpret radiographic images and evaluate against acceptance criteria
  • Knowledge of radiographic principles including exposure parameters and image quality indicators
  • Experience performing inspections in cabinet, vault, or field environments
  • Ability to read engineering drawings and inspection specifications
  • Capacity to lift 25 lbs and stand for extended periods
  • Willingness to travel 10–25%

Nice to have

  • Certification in PT, VT, UT, or ET
  • Experience inspecting welds, castings, forgings, composites, or additively manufactured parts
  • Familiarity with conventional film, CR, and DR technologies
  • Experience developing or qualifying part-specific techniques
  • Digital image processing or radiographic analysis software experience
  • Knowledge of aerospace standards including ASTM, AWS, ASME, AMS
  • Experience on feasibility studies and POD studies with NDE engineers
  • NDE experience with additively manufactured materials
  • CAD and complex engineering drawing interpretation
  • QA/QC systems and Lean Manufacturing knowledge

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