Technician Assembly & Integration III

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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!

We are seeking a hands-on detail-oriented technician with expertise in High Pressure Heat Treat Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP) and Additive Manufacturing experiments to support our mission of enabling millions of people to live and work in space. This role will directly contribute to the safe reliable production of aerospace hardware by conducting thermal processing material experiments and high-pressure furnace operations including work with the Quintus Furnace to support engineering production and manufacturing teams.

You will play a key role in developing testing and refining processes for aerospace materials including additive manufactured components. The ideal candidate is passionate about precision thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to quality and safety.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain High Pressure Heat Treat and Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP) systems including Quintus Furnace operations
• Support Additive Manufacturing experiments developing and validating post-processing techniques
• Collaborate with engineering teams to design execute and document material processing trials
• Perform thermal processing of aerospace alloys (stainless steel copper nickel cobalt titanium castings and additive parts)
• Conduct pre- and post-process material testing (e.g. hardness microstructure evaluation)
• Assist in the design and checkout of specialized thermal processing fixtures and equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance on heat treat and HIP equipment
• Troubleshoot equipment and processes recommending and implementing corrective actions
• Maintain process control compliance with AMS 2750 and AMS 2769 standards
• Safely operate cranes rigging and other material handling equipment in sup port of furnace
• Primary Shift is B shift 4x10 Mon-Thur
• Training may occur on A shift up to 6 Months
• Ability to work a flexible schedule supporting all shifts/OT as necessary to support business needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Passion for our mission and vision: Millions of people living and working in space!
• Minimum 3 years of aerospace thermal processing experience with High Pressure Heat Treat and/or Hot Isostatic Pressing
• 2 years of technical college or 5 years of on-the-job training working with industrial heat-treating furnaces
• Understanding of high-pressure furnace fundamentals and operation
• Experience processing aerospace materials (stainless steel copper nickel cobalt alloys titanium castings additive manufacturing)
• Familiarity with pre- and post-process testing (hardness microstructure analysis)
• Proficiency with preventative maintenance practices for thermal processing equipment
• Strong written communication and computer skills
• Commitment to safety and process discipline
• Familiarity with calibration and pyrometry standards (AMS 2750 AMS 2769)
• Physically able to climb ladders and stairs and lift/carry 50 lbs. for limited durations
• Overhead crane and rigging experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years of aerospace thermal processing experience specifically in high pressure and HIP applications
• Experience with post-process testing (hardness alpha case mechanical testing)
• Prior work with Quintus Furnace experiments and Additive Manufacturing post-processing development
• Experience collaborating with materials engineers on process development testing and documentation
• Familiarity with braze joint design alloy selection (nickel and precious metal-based) and process optimization for aerospace hardware

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.

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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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