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Manufacturing Engineer (II/III/Sr)

Blue Origin · Space Coast, FL

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Level
Senior
Team
Manufacturing
Degree
Required
Industry
Aerospace & defense
Posted
30+ days ago

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A senior manufacturing role at Blue Origin (aerospace & defense) in Space Coast, FL. As a refugee or granted asylum.

They ask for
degree required
Tools it names
GD&T, CATIA / NX

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About the role

Key Responsibilities

  • ◆Translating engineering intent and drawings into fully functional hardware ready for test, qualification, and flight by crafting manufacturing bill of materials and work instructions.
  • ◆Identifying tools and equipment required for manufacturing flight hardware.
  • ◆Providing shipside/lineside support on the manufacturing floor.
  • ◆Non-conformance report (NCR) generation, management, & closure.
  • ◆Supporting introduction of new products by crafting manufacturing plan artifacts including build plans, duration estimates, index plans, and tool lists​.
  • ◆Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for safety and efficiency, enhancing overall productivity.
  • ◆Drive the transition from development to production, proactively performing troubleshooting and maintenance as needed.

Qualifications

  • ✓Experience with aircraft, spacecraft, launch vehicle structures, automotive manufacturing or similar: (2+ Level II Engineer, 5+ Level III Engineer, 8+ Sr Level Engineer).
  • ✓Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering.
  • ✓Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing, including knowledge of GD&T.
  • ✓Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills (CAD, Issue Tracking, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc).

Preferred Qualifications

  • ✓Hands on experience with building flight hardware
  • ✓Experience with design, development or production of launch vehicle, spacecraft, or satellites.
  • ✓Proficient with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software (Creo or CATIA V5)
  • ✓Customer focused with a proven track record to work cooperatively with teams of different skills across large geographic distances.
  • ✓Strong organizational and analytical skills

Culture 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 an 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.

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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.

We are looking for world class manufacturing engineers to apply standard engineering methods to design, develop, and implement new or revised manufacturing & production processes for the efficient/economical production of aerospace products. 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 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, 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.

Shifts available

A Shift: Monday – Thursday (5:00am - 3:30pm)

B Shift: Monday – Thursday (3:00pm - 1:30am)

C Shift: Friday – Sunday (5:00am - 5:30pm)

D Shift: Friday – Sunday (5:00pm - 5:30am)

Location: Space Coast, FL

Relocation: Available

Team Focus & Domain Expertise

The Manufacturing Engineer at Blue Origin plays a pivotal role in advancing the efficiency and reliability of aerospace components through cutting-edge assembly methods. As part of a large, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will manufacture and assemble hardware on our premier launch vehicle, New Glenn. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of transforming the way our vehicles are made and integrated. If you share our passions and vision, thrive in a dynamic production environment, excel on integrated cross-functional teams, and are experienced and skilled in several relevant technologies, look no further. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention toward safe and repeatable spaceflight.

Background Check

  • •Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
  • •Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
  • •Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL re

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