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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention toward safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As part of a small, passionate, diverse, accomplished, and rapidly evolving team of experts, you will assemble major launch vehicle structures, secondary structures, and other spaceflight systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of transforming the way rockets are made and operated.

If you share our passions and vision, thrive in a dynamic startup environment, excel on integrated cross-functional teams of diverse individuals, are experienced and skilled in several relevant technologies (even if perhaps not in the aerospace industry), continuously seek out opportunities to learn and improve, enjoy occasional travel, and do not allow title or job description to limit the depth or breadth of your contributions, then we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

This is a A Shift position (M-Th 0500-1700). Must be able to work flexible shifts as necessary.

Responsibilities:

• Precision assembly and checkout of rocket engines and components

• Nitrogen and Helium leak testing

• Hydraulic testing for valve actuation

• Detailed component inspection to tolerances of 0.0001”

• Borescope inspection of rocket engines

• Setup new production work areas, including tooling and equipment

• Assist with the transition from development to production, including the first articles

• Perform second-party verifications and hardware inspections of engineering models, drawings, specifications, and written procedures

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and correct malfunctions by modification, rework, repair, and/or maintenance

• Safely work with hazardous systems, chemicals, and high-pressure operations

• Identify non-conformances and escapes, and deploy corrective actions

• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurrence control

• Operate various material handling equipment including forklifts, overhead cranes, aerial lifts, flight vehicle and subassembly transportation equipment, truck-trailer combinations, and other ground support equipment as required

• Setup and operate a wide range of precision calibrated tools including, but not limited to, torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, laser trackers, height gauges, and optical measuring instruments

• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for area safety and efficiency

• Perform routine maintenance functions such as daily clean-up of work areas to support 5S, FOD, and ESD

• Work off-shift, extended hours overtime, and weekends if/when necessary

• Other duties as assigned or otherwise beneficial to fulfilling the mission and vision

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED

• 5+ years of mechanical experience in aerospace manufacturing, integration, or other relevant field

• Experience in at least one of the following is required:

•      1. Jet Engine Maintenance/ Assembly

•      2. Rocket Engine Maintenance/ Assembly

•      3. Engine Test Operations

• Experience with precision and tight tolerance assembly

• Interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures

• Work collaboratively with teams of diverse skills, disciplines, and backgrounds

• Communicate clearly and appropriately, in writing and person

• Basic computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.

• Climb ladders/stairs and work in small, restricted areas

• Perform repetitive work, including lifting of items up to 35lbs

• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Desired:

• Industry certification, trade school training, and/or degree in a related field

• Demonstrated success as a “hands-on” technical leader

• Work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities

• Continuous improvement mindset. Our job is never complete; we are always refining and improving

• Intense curiosity for understanding the details of our business and how to optimize it

• Experience in handling large aerospace components

• Experience in assembling large tight-tolerance structures

• Experience in new product introduction

• Experience in a team-based Lean Manufacturing environment

• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification

• Ability to lift heavy items to 50lbs

• Military experience

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Benefits

Benefits include:  Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.

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