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Non-Destructive Testing Technician – Level 2
Location
Munich, Bavaria, Germany
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
3-5 years
Compensation
Compensation not disclosed
Posted
1h ago
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The Non-Destructive Testing Technician – Level 2 will perform and document inspections on critical space components and assemblies, primarily using radiographic testing (RT/X-ray) and penetrant testing (PT). This role involves collaborating with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams to ensure the conformity, traceability, and reliability of flight hardware.
Position: Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Technician - Level 2 Company: The Exploration Company Location: Munich, Germany Work Model: On-site / Production Facility
About The Exploration Company The Exploration Company develops, manufactures, and operates Nyx, a modular and reusable orbital vehicle engineered to transport cargo and future crews to space. We operate with an agile, open, and mission-driven approach to democratize space exploration and build sustainable orbital transport.
Role Summary To support the production ramp-up in Munich, we are hiring a Level 2 NDT Technician specializing in Radiographic Testing (RT/X-ray) and Penetrant Testing (PT). You will conduct, evaluate, and record non-destructive inspections on critical orbital vehicle assemblies and flight hardware, collaborating directly with Production, Quality, Engineering, and the appointed Responsible Level 3 to ensure structural integrity and compliance.
Core Responsibilities
Inspection and Evaluation
Prepare hardware, verify inspection parameters, and execute RT (X-ray) and PT inspections according to qualified technical procedures.
Interpret and evaluate indications within Level 2 qualification boundaries against established aerospace acceptance criteria.
Inspect welds, metallic primary structures, propulsion hardware, pressure vessels, and precision-machined elements.
Escalate complex, ambiguous, or out-of-scope indications to the Responsible Level 3 and relevant engineering stakeholders.
Quality Assurance, Traceability, and Reporting
Generate comprehensive inspection reports detailing calibration parameters, consumables, equipment IDs, and test results.
Ensure end-to-end traceability of flight components, inspection records, and documentation.
Identify and log non-conformances, participating in root-cause investigations and corrective action follow-ups.
Verify equipment maintenance schedules, calibration validity, and safe handling of radioactive or chemical inspection materials.
Operational Integration
Align inspection sequences with production schedules to avoid bottlenecks on the shop floor.
Support drafting and updates of standard work instructions, inspection plans, and report templates under supervision.
Coordinate with external testing suppliers, auditing inspection packages and test deliverables for compliance.
Assist in developing internal NDT capabilities, including Ultrasonic Testing (UT) workflows where qualified.
Candidate Profile
Required Qualifications
Level 2 certification in Radiographic Testing (RT) and Penetrant Testing (PT) under EN 4179, NAS 410, or ISO 9712 standards (current credentials strongly preferred).
Direct experience in the space industry, specifically evaluating flight hardware or flight-critical systems.
Practical expertise evaluating welds, pressure vessels, metallic structures, and precision space mechanisms.
Demonstrated ability to interpret engineering blueprints, technical procedures, and customer acceptance standards.
Professional working proficiency in written and spoken English in an international technical workplace.
Valued Assets
Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Level 2 certification or proven practical experience with critical components.
Hands-on experience with digital radiography (DR/CR), phased array UT (PAUT), or composite structure inspection.
Experience interfacing with aerospace Responsible Level 3 personnel, Nadcap auditors, or external regulatory authorities.
Work Style
Highly disciplined, methodical mindset with uncompromising attention to data traceability and quality standards.
Collaborative communicator comfortable escalating technical risks across cross-functional engineering teams.
Benefits and Additional Details
Comprehensive relocation support and visa sponsorship for international candidates where applicable.
Collaborative, high-autonomy engineering culture focused on rapid decision-making.
Role offers are contingent upon successful completion of background screening conducted via Zinc.
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The Exploration Company
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Growing team
Location
Munich, Bavaria, Germany
Here at The Exploration Company, we are building spacecrafts for humanity. We are developing, producing and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable orbital vehicle designed to carry cargo and, in the longer term, potentially crew.
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Non-Destructive Testing Technician – Level 2
Munich, Bavaria, Germany • Full Time