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NDE Level II Inspector - Multiple Shifts

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA

Posted 22 days ago · $25.00 - $35.00

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This role has been open
22 days
SpaceX's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
52% of SpaceX's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at SpaceX
high
1459 stale, 43 reposted of 2,362 open
Hiring momentum
3062 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

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About this role

As an NDE Level II Inspector at SpaceX, you will perform various non-destructive evaluations on flight components and production assemblies, ensuring high-quality inspections across multiple programs like Falcon, Dragon, and Starship. Your role involves interpreting engineering drawings, reporting findings, optimizing digital images, and supporting the development of inspection techniques. Additionally, you will assist in training team members and contribute to the research and development of system qualifications.

Our read on this posting4.4out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
4/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
5/5

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What you need

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • NDE level II certification in line with ASNT TC-1A, NAS-410, or DOD guidance in at least one of the following methods: Eddy Current Testing (ET), Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing Immersion (UT-I), Ultrasonic Testing – Phased Array (PAUT)

Nice to have

  • Additional nondestructive evaluation Level II certifications in line with ASNT TC-1A, NAS-410, or DOD guidance in one of the following methods: Eddy current (ET), dye penetrant (PT), visual inspection (VT), phase array (PAUT), ultrasonic (UT), ultrasonic shear wave (UTSW), or magnetic particle (MT)
  • Operational experience using one of the listed NDE methods for the inspection of weldments
  • 2+ years of experience as a level II nondestructive evaluation/testing inspector
  • Experience performing NDE testing within the aerospace industry
  • American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

What you get

  • Pay range for NDE Level II Inspector/Grade 1: $25.00 - $35.00/hour
  • Pay range for NDE Level II Inspector/Grade 2: $30.00 - $40.00/hour
  • Pay range for NDE Level II Inspector/Grade 3: $35.00 - $45.00/hour
  • Pay range for NDE Level II Inspector/Grade 4: $43.00 - $54.00/hour
  • Pay range for NDE Level II Inspector/Grade 5: $50.00 - $60.00/hour
  • Eligibility for long-term incentives, including company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards

Worth weighing

  • Shift work required with multiple options including weekends
  • Physical demands include lifting 25 lbs unassisted and standing for extended periods
  • No specific mention of career advancement opportunities or training programs beyond initial training
  • Pay rates vary significantly based on level and experience, which may lead to uncertainty in salary expectations

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Listed by SpaceX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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