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Inspector - NDT Sr

Blue Origin · Van Horn, TX

Posted Oct 26, 2026 · full time

Est. total comp~$72K–$116K

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Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! 

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

Join Blue Origin's fabrication and development teams, focusing on welding & fabrication, machining, final integration and testing of large tooling, landing platforms and other launch infrastructures that will enable us to build the foundation for a road to space. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

This position is meant to certify the welds across our fabrication teams.

Qualifications: Must have Certified Welding Inspector certification (CWI) with minimum 5 years’ experience.

Experience with the following welding processes: GTAW, FCAW, SMAW

Extensive knowledge of NDT processes including: VT, PT, MT

Experience inspecting to and working in accordance with national fabrication codes and standards (AWS D17.1, ASME BPVC Section IX, B31.1, B31.3, AWS D1.1, 1.2, D1.6, D14.0 etc.) …

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Job inventory

Required 10 items

  • 5y

Experience: 5+ years of experience

Skills and tools: AWS, Excel, Welding

Certifications and licenses: AWS D1.1 structural welding certification, AWS D17.1 aerospace welding certification, Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Other: Lift up to 50 lbs, Travel up to 25%, Shift, weekend or overtime work

Preferred 4 items

Skills and tools: Machining

Certifications and licenses: CDL Class B

Clearance and work authorization: US person (ITAR / export control), US citizenship

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