NDE Engineer

SpaceX

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Work type
On-site
Location
Hawthorne, CA
Salary
$100,000–$115,000 / yr
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SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the mission of enabling humans to become a multi-planetary species. It operates the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship launch vehicles, as well as the Starlink satellite internet constellation.

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The NDE Engineer position at Hawthorne, CA is part of the NDE Engineering team and requires a candidate with 1 to several years of hands-on technical engineering experience. This role involves developing advanced inspection solutions and supporting state-of-the-art data analysis to enhance manufacturing process reliability for aerospace vehicles. Daily tasks include designing sensor systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams on inspection requirements, managing projects with vendors and automation groups, and implementing new technologies. Essential skills encompass knowledge in various NDE techniques, statistical modeling, machine learning, software coding (Labview, Python), and experience with JIRA or similar tools. The role demands proficiency in hardware-software integration, data collection pipelines, and the ability to present risk analyses to executive teams while managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Skills

Python Labview C# SQL JIRA Machine Learning Statistical Modeling Mathematical Optimization Automation Robotics Ultrasonic Testing Eddy Current Testing Digital Radiography Testing CI/CD

What you'll do

  • Develop and deliver advanced nondestructive evaluation inspection solutions.
  • Design and implement nondestructive sensor systems to solve manufacturing quality issues.
  • Interface with vehicle engineering teams to align on inspection requirements and capabilities.
  • Prototype early inspection development and validate bench-top technologies to reduce risk.
  • Support automation initiatives, improve detection probability, and reduce cycle time.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or computer science required
  • 1+ years of hands-on technical engineering experience
  • Knowledge of various NDE techniques and statistical modeling
  • Experience with software coding (Labview, Python, C#, SQL)
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and present analysis
  • Familiarity with automation, robotics, and hardware/software development

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