Tooling Engineer, Satellite Manufacturing

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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 a Tooling Engineer at Blue Origin you will be a critical link between our innovative satellite designs and their successful production. You will be responsible for designing building and implementing the full spectrum of tooling required to assemble integrate test and transport our flight hardware with the utmost precision and safety. Your designs will be the physical foundation upon which our satellites are built.

We are looking for a creative and hands on problem solver with a deep understanding of mechanical design and manufacturing processes. You will conceptualize and create everything from large scale assembly jigs and ergonomic lift fixtures to bespoke hand tools and environmental test adapters. This role requires a blend of mechanical design creativity and manufacturing pragmatism to enable a safe high quality and efficient production system. This is an unparalleled opportunity to shape the physical environment of a factory building the future of space communications.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Tooling Design & Analysis:Design and model tooling concepts in 3D CAD (e.g. Creo/Pro-E) performing structural analysis (FEA) to ensure robustness and safety. Create detailed 2D drawings with appropriate GD&T for fabrication.
• Requirements Definition:Partner closely with manufacturing industrial and design engineers to capture tooling requirements ensuring designs are optimized for operator safety ergonomics part quality and manufacturing cycle time.
• Fabrication Management:Manage the procurement and fabrication of tooling by working with both internal machine shops and external vendors. Create statements of work track progress and perform inspections to ensure tools are built to spec.
• Implementation & Validation:Oversee the commissioning of tooling on the factory floor which includes proof-loading of lift fixtures validating tool functionality and developing work instructions for proper use.
• Design for Manufacturing (DFM):Serve as a key tooling and DFM resource during New Product Introduction (NPI) providing critical feedback to the design team to improve the manufacturability of the satellite product line.
• Continuous Improvement:Provide ongoing support to the production floor troubleshooting tooling issues and continuously improving existing tool designs to enhance performance safety and durability.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5 years of experiencein a tool design or mechanical design role for a manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g. Creo/Pro-E CATIA SolidWorks) and the creation of detailed 2D drawings with GD&T.
• Hands on experience with the complete tool lifecycle: requirements gathering design fabrication and implementation.
• Fundamental knowledge of structural analysis (FEA) and common fabrication methods (machining welding etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience designing tooling for aerospace composites or large scale assembly.
• Experience designing analyzing and certifying load-rated lift equipment.
• Proficiency with a specific PLM system (e.g. Windchill).
• Hands on fabrication experience (machining welding) is a strong plus

Compensation Range for:

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Culture Statement

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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.

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