EE Manufacturing Technician III
Blue Origin · Los Angeles, CA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Experience asked
- 40+ years
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Blue Origin (aerospace & defense) in Los Angeles, CA. As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, technicians, and engineers (use as appropriate), you will be responsible for production and testing of electrical assemblies, assembly of printed circuit board assemblies, harnesses, and polymeric.
- They ask for
- 40+ years
- Tools it names
- AS9100, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Robotics
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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How this role compares
Against 77 other live manufacturing postings in California.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (40+ vs 5+)
Typical $85k–$123k, from 12 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- CNC 42%
- Tooling 41%
- Machining 38%
- Team leadership 37%
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Stands out: this posting asks for AS9100, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Blue Origin in Los Angeles
2 other open roles at this site · 2 people we found on the manufacturing team.
- Senior Quality Manager · Quality · Manager
- GSE & Tooling Engineer III · Manufacturing · Senior
Full description from Blue OriginAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Soldering and PCBA assembly and rework
- ◆Fabrication of cable harnesses in compliance with NASA STD 8739.4 or IPC 620
- ◆Interpret electrical assembly drawings to create detailed fabrication work instructions
- ◆Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure accuracy and clarity of instructions
- ◆Ownership and support of electronics test lab and equipment
- ◆Board and system test and debug
- ◆Electronics test support: EMI/EMC, Vibration, Thermal
- ◆Test set development
- ◆Operating metal fabrication machinery including mills, lathes, and laser cutters
- ◆Support engineering team in various projects
Required Experience, Skills and Education
- ✓High School Diploma or Equivalent
- ✓5+ years working in an engineering field and/or electronic assembly environment
- ✓General knowledge of electronics test equipment: Oscilloscope, DMM, Function Generator, etc.
- ✓Hands-on experience with most of the following:
- ✓Electronics hardware assembly via IPC J STD-001
- ✓Harness assembly per NASA STD 8739.4
- ✓Polymerics application per NASA STD 8739.1
- ✓Quality systems, procedures and processes
- ✓Working with ESD sensitive equipment and mitigation techniques
- ✓Strong understanding of AS9100
requirements
- ✓Space flight assembly experience
- ✓Experience in mechanical assembly or manufacturing, particularly in aerospace or similar industries
- ✓Proficiency with hand tools and precision measuring instruments
- ✓Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions
- ✓Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Space flight hardware validation & verification experience
- ✓Previous experience working in an AS9100 environment
- ✓Experience with ERP software and proficiency in compiling fabrication instructions
- ✓Experience with PCB assembly work
requirements
(if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
- ✓Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
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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!
As a member of the Blue Origin family of companies Honeybee Robotics has been at the forefront of robotics for over 40 years, establishing ourselves as pioneers in developing novel exploration systems for the most extreme planetary environments. At our Southern California location, we look to "Touch Life" by supporting planetary science, including every NASA Mars rover since Spirit and Opportunity. We aim to "Mine the Sky" through the development of practical In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) solutions. We search for technically brilliant individuals in engineering, software, and support fields who take ownership of their work, enjoy collaborating in teams, and have a laser focus on the details that drive excellence.
As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, technicians, and engineers (use as appropriate), you will be responsible for production and testing of electrical assemblies, assembly of printed circuit board assemblies, harnesses, and polymeric processes. The technician will also be responsible for the upkeep, orderliness, and inventory of the electronics lab and related assembly areas.
Special Mentions
- •Expected hours from 9AM to 6PM with lunch break (Mon-Friday)
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
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.
- •Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
- •Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
- •Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and ena