Prototype Engineer

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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!

This is a hands-on role which requires strong communication engineering fundamentals and the ability to make the products. Members on this team are expected to operate with a rapid iterative development mindset.

Responsibilities may include:

• Collaborate with design teams and develop and manage plan for the manufacture of the prototypes.

• Manufacture prototypes over several iterations in collaboration with design teams and machinists.

• Hands-on contribution to manufacturing and development efforts as required.

• Utilize CNC & manual equipment to support product development efforts as required.

• Provide guidance on CNC machining techniques tool selection work-holding and equipment.

• Implementing new capabilities to support critical schedules.

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

• Define and support repair and rework activities.

• Design tooling and fixturing for ease of manufacturing.

• Engineer and fabricate solutions as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Manufacturing Industrial Electrical Chemical or Aerospace Engineering.

• 8 years in CNC machining manufacturing environment for complex products such as: aerostructure space systems aerospace life support systems.

• Demonstrated success in Product Development.

• Demonstrated success in constantly evolving environment.

• Able to take on challenges with incomplete information and pivot to drive progress.

• Work well in a collaborative team environment.

• Eager to jump in and manufacture as the need arises.

• Consistent track record of manufacturing experience directly related to part machining.

• 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.).

• Highly customer focused with strong verbal and written communication skills.

• A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with teams of skills across large geographic distances.

• Proficient in CAD

Must be physically able to:

• Support manufacturing and fabrication floor activities.

• Climb stairs and work in small areas.

• Lift and carry 40 lbs.

Desired:

• Experience in rapid development environment.

• Experience in an aerospace manufacturing facility preferred.

• Tooling and fixture design experience.

• Hands-on machining experience and/or CNC programming familiarity.

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

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

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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.

• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)

• 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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