Manufacturing Planner II (B-Shift)

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At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were 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 part of a hardworking team of manufacturing planners we provide technical expertise leadership skills and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Your responsibilities will include authoring detailed work instructions in support of factory operations and contributing to hands on assistance at the shop floor utilizing schedules parts tools engineering designs and processes for a robust reproducible and repeatable build plan that provides configuration control to the product. You will also ensure that engineering requirements are incorporated into the build from a hands-on technical perspective enable production data to be properly recorded and disposition non-conformances to keep production at rate. Our planners also provide manufacturing shop assistance ship side support and build plan support as well as support the development of build plans at the cell and factory level.

If you share our passions and vision thrive in a dynamic startup environment excel with integrated multi-functional teams of individuals are experienced and skilled in several relevant technologies (even if perhaps not in the aerospace industry) and continuously seek out opportunities to learn and improve then we would love to hear from you!

Special Mentions:

• Shifts Available: B-Shift (2:30 PM - 1AM Friday thru Thursday)

• This position requires to work on-site.

• This position involves exposure to loud noise crane lifts/moving parts and other potential hazards like debris electricity and chemicals.

General Responsibilities:

• Translate engineering intent drawings and configurations into thorough work instructions and build plans.

• Develop manufacturing work instructions to clearly define the following manufacturing process: receiving inspection fabrication assembly integration test and refurbishment

• Define how to prepare hardware for test qualification and flight.

• Identify develop and deploy new manufacturing methods (or refine existing) to improve quality reduce cost and optimize build schedule.

• Conduct Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) studies to strengthen the feedback loop between design build and test.

• Design proper material handling and packaging to protect hardware throughout the build and test process..

• Create in-build redlines and recommend engineering changes to improve design.

• Closely manage cost quality build sequence and schedule of hardware throughout the entire manufacturing process.

• Perform engineering drawing review and provide final approval for manufacturing.

• Lead Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) reviews.

• Develop process control measures and evaluation through statistical analysis.

• Disposition and support non-conformance repair and rework activities.

• Perform root cause analyses when non-conformances and escapes are identified and deploy corrective actions.

• Design procure install and integrate custom manufacturing equipment.

• Interface with external suppliers and manufacturing partners to ensure that hardware and equipment is manufactured processed packaged and delivered properly on time and on budget.

• Manage hardware configuration and maintain pedigree throughout the entire build and test process.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of an associate degree or graduated a trade school in a technical field or related discipline and 2 or more years of related work experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience working with Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint)

• Broad experience in hardware manufacturing: assembly integration instrumentation cleaning non-destructive testing leak testing final acceptance testing of integrated hardware fabrication machining etc.

• Working knowledge of Manufacturing Engineering processes and procedures including planning systems

• Years of experience in the Aerospace or industrial manufacturing depending on Grade level (should scale as Assembly Mechanic experience)

• A continuous improvement mindset. Our job is never complete; we are always optimizing.

• 2 or more years of experience developing detailed plans and schedules

• Understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing including working knowledge of GD&T.

• Strong written personal technical and software skills (CAD Scheduling Issue Tracking Excel Word PowerPoint Outlook etc)

• Ability to develop processes compliant to industry quality systems such as AS9100

• General proficiency with CAD.

• General proficiency with GDT

• Must be physically able to support production floor activities.

• Must be physically able to climb stairs and work in small areas.

• Must be physically able to lift and carry 40 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aerospace/Launch vehicle experience.

• A continuous improvement mindset. Our job is never complete; we are always optimizing.

• Broad experience in hardware manufacturing: welding assembly integration instrumentation cleaning non-destructive testing leak testing final acceptance testing of integrated hardware fabrication machining etc.

• General proficiency with 3D modeling software and CAD.

Culture Statement

Dont 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 youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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.

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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 a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blues 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 10001 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 (CDL drivers only) vehicle inspection requirements CDL 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

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.

• Dependent on role type and job level employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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