Senior Supplier Liaison Engineer

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Senior Supplier Liaison Engineer

Job Summary: The Senior Supplier Liaison Engineer is responsible for leading inspection of manufacturing and work instruction processes quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives for various products from printed circuit board assemblies to completed electronics and solar array assemblies. This role supports production operations by developing and maintaining inspection standards driving defect reduction and ensuring hardware meets design and workmanship requirements.

Responsibilities

• Solar array workmanship inspections per AIAA S-111A / S-112A covering CIC assemblies coverglass integrity adhesive bond quality (voids bubbles tear outs overflow) interconnect deformation and cell crack/chip mapping
• Lead IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 workmanship inspections for PCB assemblies including SMT through-hole and mixed-technology boards
• Develop review maintain and improve inspection procedures work instructions and acceptance criteria
• Perform and oversee first article inspections (FAI) in-process inspections and final acceptance testing
• Utilize automated optical inspection (AOI) X-ray and other inspection tools to identify and disposition nonconformances
• Investigate and disposition nonconforming hardware; author NCRs and support root cause and corrective action (RCCA) processes
• Collaborate with design engineering to provide DFM/DFA feedback and support design reviews
• Support supplier quality activities including source inspections and supplier audits and review suppliers conformance to industry standards
• Develop and deliver workmanship training to technicians and inspectors
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defect rates and improve first-pass yield
• Support AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality management system compliance
• Up to 50% travel to supplier and production sites required

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience
• 8 years of experience in PCB manufacturing assembly or inspection
• Solar array experience and knowledge of AIAA S-111A / S-112A
• IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 Certified Instructor or Specialist certification
• Proficiency with inspection tools including AOI SPI X-ray and microscopy
• Experience authoring and dispositioning nonconformance reports
• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems (SAP Oracle or equivalent)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace defense or space hardware manufacturing
• IPC-7711/7721 rework and repair certification
• Experience with AS9100 quality management systems
• Familiarity with conformal coating potting and advanced packaging inspection
• Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent continuous improvement certification
• Experience supporting DCMA or government source inspection activities

Base Pay Range for:

Other site ranges may differ

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 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.
• 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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