NDE AUDITOR / TRAINER

Company: SpaceX
Location: Star
Posted on: October 15, 2024

Job Description:

NDE Auditor / Trainer at SpaceXStarbase, TXSpaceX 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 - SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENTSpaceX demands a new type of NDE Auditor / Trainer. We require our suppliers to provide premium quality with rapidly evolving designs at increasingly ambitious volumes. The ideal candidate has unrelenting motivation to enable suppliers to succeed, are driven by the fundamental belief that education and knowledge are power, a strong sense of urgency, creativity, and resourcefulness and loves opportunities for hands-on application. You will engage in, and when necessary, lead NDE vendor development, ensuring the supplier base is being positioned to support the increasing needs across all SpaceX programs (Falcon, Dragon, Starship, Starlink, ground support equipment). You will project manage and drive accountability within cross functional teams, succinctly communicate status and needed action to all levels of the organization. You will use deep technical and practical knowledge of quality processes and standards as they pertain to NDE to understand the current state and most optimal path forward.RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead cross-functional project teams to enact and correct systematic problemsIdentify and collaborate with appropriate stakeholders to better understand RCCA, manage containments, and potential improvements, to drive efficiency of screening, quarantine, and closures and drive them upstream at the supplierRecommend appropriate changes to supplier status based on surveillance resultsInteract between engineering and technicians when needed for 3rd party clarificationsEngage with production management, engineering, quality and subject matter experts to gather required technical information on complex manufacturing processes and technologiesDevelop policies, standards, processes, and documentation as necessary to ensure continued success by creating course materials, such as PowerPoints, student handouts, and tests for instructor-led programs with student assessmentsSupport the R&D department in technology development for operational improvement and optimizationProctor exams and conduct training modules (classroom and online) for production personnel on a variety of technical topics such as: NAS-410 Level I and II classroom training, certified welding inspection, manufacturing processes and technologies, specific equipment machine operation, processes and systems (e.g. workflow, QMS, safety, using software applications, etc.), and special assignments as neededBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline OR Level III certification in an advanced NDE method (RT-CR/DR, ET-A, UT-PAUT or IM)5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environmentPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Level III certification in RT and ET OR combination of Level III and Level II certifications in these methods5+ years of experience as a technical trainerAbility to quickly grasp knowledge of a diverse range of supplier capabilitiesPractical experience in requirement and specification developmentAbility to demonstrate an in depth understanding of aerospace NDE applications or the motivation to acquire new technical knowledge, particularly around NDE methods, to engage in supplier evaluations across a larger base and capable of seeking and solving complex problem and organizing it in a manner that helps decision-makingCertified auditor to ISO9001/AS9100/NADCAP/TSProficiency with the development of training programs and materials, including student assessmentsDemonstrated experience as a team-oriented self-starter, eager to meet and exceed objectives, with the ability to handle a multi-project environmentAbility to read engineering drawingsStrong communication skills and an innovative problem-solving abilityAbility to engage counterparts across the organization and develop/build trust to effectively execute large scale initiativesThe ability to analyze for and identify suboptimal supplier and internal system process gaps and drive improvement through formal and informal supplier evaluations, corrective actions, and process reviews utilizing data driven decisionsADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Position may involve long hours and weekend work as neededAbility to travel; up to 30% of scheduled work may require travelCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Pay range:NDE Auditor: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.ITAR REQUIREMENTS:To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. - 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. - 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) .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.

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