Seeking one more rock star to add to our incredible NDE team that uses the latest NDE technology, works on cutting-edge rockets and spacecrafts, and advances the course of human history.

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 LEVEL III TECHNICAL SUPPORT SUPERVISOR - 2ND SHIFT

OVERVIEW:

A NDE (Non-Destructive Evaluation) Level III Technical Support Supervisor position at SpaceX sits within the production support network as part of the NDE organization which consists of 4 core groups (the other 3 being Level lll Technical Method Specialist, Engineering and R&D reporting directly to the NDE Director within the Quality Assurance department).

As an NDE level III Technical Support Supervisor 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 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 and tooling recommendations
- System and tooling introduction support

Process Development:
- 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, trouble shooting
- Continuous improvement: Process Efficiency, Speed, Accuracy

Technician Training and Development:
- Level I and Level II technician qualification: Invigilation, and administration of written /practical, General and Specific tests

ASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have 5 Years NDE experience at Level III certification in line with ASNT/NAS 410 certification standards in multiple methods: at least 1 Base (Dye Pen, Mag Particle, Visual) and 2 Advanced Methods (X-Ray, Ultra Sonics, Eddy Current, Shearography, Thermography)
10 Years NDE experience at Level II certification in line with ASNT/NAS 410 certification standards in at least 3x methods
Min 3 years direct line management experience leading a team.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Engineering degree
5 Years Aerospace experience
Knowledge of NASA 5009 Standards
Knowledge of AMS, AWS / ASME, ASTM
Knowledge and understanding of SNT TC-1-A and NAS 410 standards
Problem solving tools and techniques: PPS, 8D
Knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing principles: 5s, Kaizen, continuous improvement, DMAIC
Basic computer skills: Microsoft office applications - Word, Power Point, Excel
CAD packages such as Siemens NX*,Catia, Pro-E, E
Experience in working with fracture critical products and parts
Excellent knowledge and understanding of aerospace materials, manufacturing processes, assemblies, technique specific systems
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to lift 25 lbs unassisted, bend, stretch, stand for extended periods of time, climb stairs, reach, twist, sit, walk, and/or run.
Must be willing to work extended hours and on weekends if needed.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about 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 notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.