Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) Engineer — Space Exploration Systems

MRI Technologies • Houston, TX

20h

About The Position

MRI Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) Engineer on the JETS II contract at NASA Johnson Space Center. In this senior-level role, you will serve as a subject matter expert in NDE methods-including x-ray inspection, ultrasonic testing (UT), and eddy current testing (ET)-ensuring flight hardware integrity for NASA's most critical human spaceflight programs, including the Commercial Crew Program (CCP). You will be embedded with a multidisciplinary team of materials, structures, and propulsion engineers, working directly with NASA civil servants to develop and qualify NDE procedures, resolve inspection anomalies, and maintain a state-of-the-art NDE laboratory. Your expertise will directly safeguard crew and vehicle safety as NASA continues its pursuits in deep space exploration. A typical day might begin with reviewing an NDE procedure for an upcoming weld inspection or analyzing ultrasonic data from a composite structure. By midday you could be presenting findings at an Engineering Review Board (ERB) or an Integrated Product Team (IPT) meeting, working through a material anomaly alongside fracture control engineers. In the afternoon you may be coordinating vendor qualification requirements, providing guidance on additive manufacturing inspection challenges, or representing NASA NDE engineering at a technical interchange meeting. The work is technically rigorous, mission-critical, and deeply connected to the future of human space exploration.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related science from an accredited institution, with 5–10 years of related NDE experience; licensure or certification may be required
• Demonstrated experience in NDE procedure assessments, procedure development, and NDE problem resolution
• Working knowledge of NDE systems and industry standards, including NDE procedure documents and audit requirements (e.g., ASNT SNT-TC-1A, NAS 410)
• Familiarity with standard desktop software applications; proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to critically assess NDE processes and designs
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary engineering team and participate in technical forums
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Nice To Haves

• ASNT Level III certification in one or more NDE methods (UT, RT, ET, PT, MT, or VT) is strongly preferred
• Previous experience supporting NDE development, test, and evaluation activities for NASA and/or aerospace projects
• Familiarity with metallic and nonmetallic materials and their manufacturing processes, including welding, additive manufacturing, composite fabrication, and repair
• Familiarity with fracture control, materials compatibility, and design allowables for aerospace systems including aircraft, spacecraft structures, and associated Ground Support Equipment (GSE)
• Experience representing engineering organizations at government or industry forums, including materials & processing (M&P) and fracture control working groups
• Formal education or advanced training in NDE methods, materials science, or a related engineering discipline

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life and disability insurance, paid time off, and 401(k).
• You'll also enjoy a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off, when applicable), an onsite cafeteria, and strong career development opportunities working alongside NASA's human spaceflight teams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees