Manufacturing Engineer II

Application close date:

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 small and agile engine test team you will provide manufacturing engineering support for component development and acceptance test campaigns for rocket engine subcomponents. Your day-to-day work will center on developing and releasing work instructions for hardware swaps and daily test operations managing test plans tracking hardware configuration and inventory and documenting non-conformances all to keep test campaigns moving safely and efficiently.

Beyond daily operations you will research and develop improved methods tooling and systems to increase test cadence and reliability. You will define and support test article maintenance inspection and repair activities provide technical direction to on-site technicians and interface with cross-functional partners including design engineering test operations and supply chain. Your contributions will directly support the development qualification and flight of Blue Origins world-class rocket engines.

Special Mentions:

• Location: Huntsville AL (may support multiple local Blue Origin facilities)
• This role requires regular presence in test and build environments
• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 20% of the time
• Shifts available: 1st Shift

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and manage work instructions and test plans for daily test operations test article maintenance and other test-related activities.
• Provide technical direction to technicians for hardware removal replacement and other hands-on activities.
• Provide general test and hardware assistance as needed including supporting test setup activities.
• Define and support test article maintenance inspection repair and rework activities between and throughout test campaigns.
• Manage hardware configuration and maintain pedigree throughout the test process.
• Ensure necessary hardware is on hand for upcoming and recurring test activities including helping develop and maintain critical spares lists.
• Review evaluate and disposition non-conformances; when escapes are identified deploy recovery strategies perform root cause analyses and execute corrective actions.
• Research and develop improved methods tooling and systems to increase test cadence and reliability.
• Drive improvements in tooling safety and quality affiliated with the build and test process.
• Interface with manufacturing partners to ensure that hardware and equipment is manufactured processed packaged and delivered properly on time and on budget.
• Perform engineering drawing reviews and provide feedback to design and manufacturing teams.
• Apply engineering fundamentals and manufacturing knowledge to troubleshoot operational issues.
• Support cost quality and schedule management of hardware throughout the test process.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Manufacturing or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university
• 3 years of applicable experience
• Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing
• Hands-on experience in hardware manufacturing (i.e. maintenance assembly and integration instrumentation cleaning leak testing final acceptance testing of integrated hardware fabrication and machining and manufacturing execution systems/software)
• Successful track record of completing testing/manufacturing projects
• Strong written personal technical and software skills (CAD scheduling issue tracking Excel Word PowerPoint Outlook etc.)
• Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels of an organization
• Must be eligible and able to gain access to Redstone Arsenal

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in engineering
• 5 years of applicable experience
• Aerospace or propulsion testing experience
• Pressurized fluid systems experience
• Familiarity with AS9100 or similar quality management systems

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.

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 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.

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 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. 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 sex 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 Know Your Rights please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origins Affirmative Action Plans or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process please contact us at. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

California Applicant Privacy Notice

If you are a California resident please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.