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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!

Role Summary:

As part of a small passionate and accomplished development team you will be a senior technician supporting system prototyping and rapid development. You will work sidebyside with engineers to move designs from concept through development and into production helping transform how rockets and space vehicles are made and operated.

If you thrive in a fastpaced development environment enjoy handson problem solving bring strong manual machining and CNC router experience and dont let a job title limit the scope of your contributions wed like to hear from you. This role directly impacts the history of space exploration and requires a strong commitment to safe repeatable spaceflight.

Shift Details:

A shift: Monday-Friday 6am-3:30pm

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the system prototyping and rapid development team to move designs from concepts to functional hardware and early production.

• Work sidebyside with engineering to:

  • Interpret models and drawings

  • Build and assemble prototypes

  • Provide feedback on manufacturability and design improvements.

• Operate and maintain shop equipment including:

  • Manual mills and lathes (basic manual machining)

  • CNC routers and associated CAM/workflow

  • General fabrication tools fixtures and inspection equipment.

• Ensure product quality and conformance to engineering specifications and work instructions.

• Help document standardize and continuously improve production and development processes.

• Review and provide input on work instructions; recommend changes for clarity safety and efficiency.

• Support setup of new development work areas (layouts tooling equipment and material flow).

• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for area safety quality and throughput.

• Provide informal leadership and mentorship to less experienced technicians; support ongoing training and skills development.

• Collaborate closely with area leadership to prioritize work based on development and production needs.

• Perform other duties as assigned that support the mission and vision.

Basic Qualifications:

• Significant experience (direct or indirect) working aerospace or complex hardware development programs or production lines.

• Handson experience with:

  • Manual machining (mills lathes basic surface prep and measurement)

  • CNC router setup and operation (fixturing tool selection basic programming or program proveout).

  • General fabrication tools fixtures and inspection equipment.

• Ability to interpret engineering models drawings specifications written work instructions and test procedures.

• Strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fastpaced dynamic environment with evolving priorities.

• Basic computer skills (Windows Microsoft Office etc.).

• Strong customer focus with effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively across various teams including remote and geographically distributed partners.

• Continuous improvement mindset; comfortable identifying issues and proposing/implementing solutions.

• Willingness to work offshift extended hours overtime and weekends as needed.

• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills with a proven ability to drive complex work with minimal oversight.

• Intense curiosity about the broader business and how to optimize processes tools and workflows.

Desired Qualifications:

• 10 years in an aerospace technician or equivalent role supporting development programs or production lines.

• Experience handling large aerospace components (rigging lifting fixturing and safe movement).

• Experience in a teambased lean manufacturing or continuous improvement environment (5S visual management standard work etc.).

• Prior experience in a development/prototype shop or R&D environment where requirements and designs change rapidly.

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.

• 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

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.

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