or apply directly on Vast's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 13 days Vast's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 35% of Vast's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Vast
- low 0 stale, 5 reposted of 202 open
- Hiring momentum
- 259 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Vast's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Vast.
About this role
The NDE Inspector Level II at Vast will perform nondestructive inspections using various qualified methods, including Radiographic Testing and Visual Testing, to ensure the integrity of components and assemblies for space station development. The role involves interpreting radiographic images, preparing inspection reports, collaborating with engineering and production teams, and mentoring junior inspectors. This position is critical for maintaining compliance with quality standards and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Vast as an employer.
What you need
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or Associate degree preferred
- Current NDE Level II certification in one or more inspection methods in accordance with ASNT, NAS410, or equivalent standards
- Current RT Level II certification is required; experience with digital and computed radiography is strongly preferred
- Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on NDE experience within aerospace, manufacturing, or a related industry
- Strong understanding of NDE principles, applicable ASTM, ASME, AWS, and NAS410 requirements
- Ability to learn and operate Digital Radiography equipment and inspection software
Nice to have
- Additional nondestructive evaluation Level II certifications in line with ASNT TC-1A, NAS-410, or DOD guidance
- Operational experience using one of the listed NDE methods for the inspection of weldments
- Radiation Safety Officer experience
- Experience performing NDE testing within the aerospace industry
- American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
What you get
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
- Generous paid time off; up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff and up to 10+ days for non-exempt staff
- Paid parental leave
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Worth weighing
- No specific mention of remote work options
- The role requires working overtime or weekends to meet critical mission milestones
- The pay range is broad, indicating variability based on experience and capability
- The position is non-exempt, which may affect work-life balance due to overtime requirements
Summarised from Vast's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by Vast on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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