Address
SalaryAt 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!
This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Facilities, and Security. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.
As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, technicians, and engineers (use as appropriate), you will
Provides tactical and technical support to Engineering/Production/Manufacturing by performing activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication, and assembly of prototype electro/mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment. Applications may include electronic circuits, photonics and logic systems. Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and trouble-shooting functions. Performs operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment. Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions. Assists in the design, construction, test and check-out of test equipment. Uses manufacturing, test, development or diagnostic equipment, including, but not limited to, test programs, oscilloscopes, signal generators and specialized test apparatus.
Special Mentions
- Relocation provided
- Travel expected up to 0% of the time
Shifts available:
- Night Shift-2nd Shift Monday-Friday onsite
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Must be able to work 2nd Shift. Monday-Friday.
- Experience in manufacturing, assembly, and fabrication.
- Interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures.
- Set up and operate a wide range of precision-calibrated tools such as torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, and optical measuring instruments.
- Work collaboratively with teams of diverse skills, fields, and backgrounds.
- Communicate clearly and appropriately, in writing and person.
- Basic digital literacy such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.
- Repetitively climb ladders/stairs and work in small, restricted areas.
- Perform repetitive work, including lifting items to 50 lbs.
- Operate various material handling equipment including forklifts, overhead cranes, aerial lifts, truck-trailer combinations, and other ground support equipment as required.
- High School diploma or GED.
- Ability to support scheduled work shifts (we rotate shifts occasionally) and work off-shift (2nd or 3rd shifts), extended hours, and weekends if/when vital.
- Other duties as assigned or otherwise beneficial to fulfilling the mission.
- 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.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ownership of shop tooling inventory, including coordination of periodic inspection/calibration and repair/rework of worn/defective tooling as needed.
- Ownership of all consumables and non-flight hardware (drill bits, drill blocks, bushings, temporary fasteners, miscellaneous supplies, etc.) to ensure proper stock levels are maintained.
- Purchasing of specialty tooling and equipment (drill bits, drill motors, bushings, administrative supplies, etc.), including adjustment of min/max inventory levels based on business need.
- Establishment of permanent home positions for new tooling.
- Primary 5S ownership for the shop (toolboxes, tables, storage cages/cabinets, etc. – standardizing and organizing using 5S principles to ensure compliance with standards.
- Daily audits to identify/eliminate the risk of Foreign Object Damage (FOD).
- Assist with the production of flight hardware (parts handling, assisting with installs, etc.) when needed.
- Understand clean-as-you-go techniques and the need for general cleanliness.
- Be able to manage flight and non-flight hardware.
- Demonstrated success as a "hands-on" doer and/or leader.
- Work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with constantly evolving roles and responsibilities.
- Continuous improvement mentality. Our job is never complete; we are always refining and improving.
- Drive to understand the details of our business and how to optimize it.
- Experience in handling large aerospace components.
- Experience in a team-based Lean Manufacturing environment.
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.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.
California Applicant Privacy Notice
If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.
