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NDT Technician jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship are available at aerospace, energy, and manufacturing employers who structure the role around degree-level engineering inspection duties. Because the specialty occupation determination hinges on how the position is defined, your degree field and job description alignment matter as much as your certifications.
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AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones. Called SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network is being designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet – on land, at sea and in flight.
Build Satellites. Apply in El Paso. Launch Your Career in Midland.
Have you worked in manufacturing, automotive, or mechanical assembly and want to take that skillset into something bigger? This is it. You'll be building satellites and they don't get bigger than ours. If you have hands-on experience in manufacturing, automotive, or mechanical assembly, and are ready to apply those skills to something bigger, this is your opportunity. You'll be contributing to the build of real satellite hardware, supporting one of the most advanced space manufacturing programs in the country.
This position is based in our satellite production facility in Midland, TX, with full relocation provided (details below).
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced NDT Technician II to support high-volume inspection of satellite components and assemblies. This role is responsible for performing non-destructive testing (NDT) to detect internal and surface defects in aerospace structures, including composites, metals, and bonded assemblies used in large phased-array satellite systems.
This position plays a critical role in ensuring product integrity, safety, and compliance with aerospace and regulatory standards.
Compensation & Schedule
- Pay: DOE based on experience, with overtime opportunities. Higher-level roles are available for more experienced candidates at increased pay.
- Schedule: Standard shift is Monday–Thursday, 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM (4x10) with paid lunch and breaks.
- Flexibility: Night and weekend shifts with increased pay are also available depending on experience and team needs.
What You'll Do:
Inspection & Testing
- Perform NDT inspections using one or more of the following methods:
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
- Radiographic Testing (RT)
- Dye Penetrant Testing (PT)
- Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
- Inspect composite materials (carbon fiber panels, antenna arrays) and metallic structures
- Identify discontinuities such as cracks, voids, delamination, and bonding defects
Production Support
- Execute inspections in a high-throughput manufacturing environment
- Support in-process and final inspections of satellite assemblies
- Work closely with production teams to minimize rework and delays
Documentation & Compliance
- Record and document inspection results in accordance with internal procedures and industry standards
- Ensure traceability of inspection data and materials
- Follow all AST, customer, and regulatory requirements (e.g., NAS-410, ASTM, internal specs)
Equipment Operation
- Set up, calibrate, and maintain NDT equipment
- Verify equipment performance prior to use
- Ensure compliance with calibration standards
What You Bring:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Level II NDT Certification in one or more methods (UT, RT, PT, MT) in accordance with NAS-410 or equivalent
- 3+ years of hands-on NDT experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or industrial environments
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
- Strong attention to detail and defect recognition skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with composite materials (carbon fiber structures)
- Aerospace manufacturing experience
- Familiarity with large structural assemblies
- Experience in cleanroom or controlled environments
Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
- Ability to use hands and fingers to perform repetitive and precision tasks.
- Ability to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach as required to perform job duties.
- Ability to communicate effectively, including talking and hearing.
- Ability to work in, on, around, and in proximity to large structures, equipment, and tooling.
- Ability to lift, push, and/or carry items up to 40 pounds as required.
- Ability to work near moving mechanical parts and equipment.
- Ability to work in and around tight or confined spaces.
- Ability to work in environments that may include exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and/or hazardous materials (e.g., carbon fiber).
If you are open to relocating to Midland, this can be a career changing, and life changing, move into the high-tech aerospace world offering a new skill set and job security in a very similar environment that will soon feel like home. We encourage you to apply to learn more about AST SpaceMobile and what Midland has to offer.
This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.
AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment 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.
INTRODUCTION
AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones. Called SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network is being designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet – on land, at sea and in flight.
Build Satellites. Apply in El Paso. Launch Your Career in Midland.
Have you worked in manufacturing, automotive, or mechanical assembly and want to take that skillset into something bigger? This is it. You'll be building satellites and they don't get bigger than ours. If you have hands-on experience in manufacturing, automotive, or mechanical assembly, and are ready to apply those skills to something bigger, this is your opportunity. You'll be contributing to the build of real satellite hardware, supporting one of the most advanced space manufacturing programs in the country.
This position is based in our satellite production facility in Midland, TX, with full relocation provided (details below).
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced NDT Technician II to support high-volume inspection of satellite components and assemblies. This role is responsible for performing non-destructive testing (NDT) to detect internal and surface defects in aerospace structures, including composites, metals, and bonded assemblies used in large phased-array satellite systems.
This position plays a critical role in ensuring product integrity, safety, and compliance with aerospace and regulatory standards.
Compensation & Schedule
- Pay: DOE based on experience, with overtime opportunities. Higher-level roles are available for more experienced candidates at increased pay.
- Schedule: Standard shift is Monday–Thursday, 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM (4x10) with paid lunch and breaks.
- Flexibility: Night and weekend shifts with increased pay are also available depending on experience and team needs.
What You'll Do:
Inspection & Testing
- Perform NDT inspections using one or more of the following methods:
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
- Radiographic Testing (RT)
- Dye Penetrant Testing (PT)
- Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
- Inspect composite materials (carbon fiber panels, antenna arrays) and metallic structures
- Identify discontinuities such as cracks, voids, delamination, and bonding defects
Production Support
- Execute inspections in a high-throughput manufacturing environment
- Support in-process and final inspections of satellite assemblies
- Work closely with production teams to minimize rework and delays
Documentation & Compliance
- Record and document inspection results in accordance with internal procedures and industry standards
- Ensure traceability of inspection data and materials
- Follow all AST, customer, and regulatory requirements (e.g., NAS-410, ASTM, internal specs)
Equipment Operation
- Set up, calibrate, and maintain NDT equipment
- Verify equipment performance prior to use
- Ensure compliance with calibration standards
What You Bring:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Level II NDT Certification in one or more methods (UT, RT, PT, MT) in accordance with NAS-410 or equivalent
- 3+ years of hands-on NDT experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or industrial environments
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
- Strong attention to detail and defect recognition skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with composite materials (carbon fiber structures)
- Aerospace manufacturing experience
- Familiarity with large structural assemblies
- Experience in cleanroom or controlled environments
Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
- Ability to use hands and fingers to perform repetitive and precision tasks.
- Ability to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach as required to perform job duties.
- Ability to communicate effectively, including talking and hearing.
- Ability to work in, on, around, and in proximity to large structures, equipment, and tooling.
- Ability to lift, push, and/or carry items up to 40 pounds as required.
- Ability to work near moving mechanical parts and equipment.
- Ability to work in and around tight or confined spaces.
- Ability to work in environments that may include exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and/or hazardous materials (e.g., carbon fiber).
If you are open to relocating to Midland, this can be a career changing, and life changing, move into the high-tech aerospace world offering a new skill set and job security in a very similar environment that will soon feel like home. We encourage you to apply to learn more about AST SpaceMobile and what Midland has to offer.
This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.
AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a NDT Technician
Align your degree to inspection duties
H-1B eligibility for NDT roles turns on whether the position requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field like materials science, mechanical engineering, or applied physics. Pull the O*NET profile and match your degree field to the listed knowledge requirements before applying.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to find employers who have already filed Labor Condition Applications for NDT or inspection roles. Prior LCA activity signals the employer understands the H-1B process and is willing to sponsor, cutting weeks off your vetting process.
Verify your certifications transfer to U.S. standards
ASNT Level II and Level III certifications from outside the U.S. are recognized domestically, but confirm your method endorsements match what a sponsoring employer lists in the LCA job description. Gaps between your cert scope and the posted duties create RFE risk during USCIS adjudication.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
NDT work is often project-based across multiple facilities or client sites. Each location where you'll work for more than 30 days requires its own certified LCA. Raise this with your employer before the I-129 is filed to avoid compliance problems during deployment.
Use the OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations
Run the OFLC Wage Search for your SOC code and work location before entering offer discussions. The LCA must certify wages at or above the prevailing wage for that area, so knowing the Level I through Level IV range helps you negotiate within the range your employer can legally certify.
Understand H-1B status duration during project gaps
H-1B status lasts up to three years and can be extended to a six-year maximum. If your employer is a contractor and a project ends, ask USCIS about the bench-pay rules: employers must continue paying your certified wage even between assignments or risk a status violation.
H-1B Visa NDT Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an NDT Technician role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. The H-1B specialty occupation standard requires the position to normally demand at least a bachelor's degree in a specific related field. NDT Technician roles that focus on degree-level engineering analysis, materials evaluation, or failure investigation can qualify, but positions primarily defined by hands-on technique execution without requiring a specific degree typically do not. Employers who sponsor H-1B holders usually reframe the role around engineering judgment and inspection system design to meet the standard.
Which industries most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for NDT Technicians?
Aerospace manufacturers, oil and gas pipeline operators, nuclear power facilities, and defense contractors are the most active H-1B sponsors for NDT roles because those industries require degree-level engineering oversight embedded in their inspection functions. Infrastructure firms doing bridge and pipeline inspection also sponsor, though the volume is lower. Browse employers with verified LCA filing history by industry on Migrate Mate to identify active sponsors in your target sector.
Can my employer sponsor me for a different NDT method than my current certification covers?
Yes, but the LCA job description must reflect the actual duties you'll perform from day one. If you're being hired to perform ultrasonic testing but your strongest certification is radiography, the employer should specify both in the LCA or structure your role around the methods you're already endorsed in. USCIS will compare the certified LCA duties against the I-129 petition, so mismatches increase the chance of a Request for Evidence.
How does project-based NDT work affect my H-1B status?
Each client site or facility where you work for more than 30 consecutive days or 60 non-consecutive days within a year requires a separate certified LCA posted at that location. If your employer sends you to unlisted sites, they're technically in violation. Before accepting an offer from a contractor, confirm that the employer has a process for filing short-assignment LCAs and understands their posting obligations under DOL rules.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer loses a contract and my project ends?
Your H-1B status remains valid for up to your authorized period, but DOL regulations require your employer to pay your certified LCA wage even during bench periods between projects. If the employer terminates your employment, they must pay for your return transportation home. You have a 60-day grace period to find a new H-1B sponsor and have a new I-129 filed on your behalf before your status lapses.