At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will process and program machined components supporting assembly, of flight hardware for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of transforming the way rockets are made and operated. If you share our passions and vision, thrive in a dynamic startup environment, excel on integrated cross-functional teams, are experienced and skilled in several relevant technologies (even if perhaps not in the aerospace industry), continuously seek out opportunities to learn and improve, enjoy occasional travel, and do not allow title or job description to limit the depth or breadth of your contributions, then we would love to hear from you. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

Responsibilities:

Preforms all tasks in a safe and responsible manner.

Read and understand blueprints.

Fully understands GD&T.

Use of gages and measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements.

Use of precision tool, machinery and equipment such as CNC lathe, mills, 5 axis, and a variety of cutting tools and equipment.

Fabricates and shapes parts such as tools and machine parts out of metal, plastics, and composites.

Properly and safely selects, aligns, secures and removes holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials onto machines.

Recognizes, deploys and properly uses inserts, fixtures and tooling.

Preforms daily and regular cleaning including light maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment.

Evaluate experimental procedures and recommends change or modifications for efficiency and adaptability to setup CNC production.

Track parts and labor into an MRP system.

Read and understand CNC code.

Make minor adjustments to CNC programs.

Load CNC programs and safely run through first part.

Adjust speeds and feeds to obtain optimal cutting conditions.

Complies with all quality and company policies, specifications, regulations and instructions.

Qualifications:

Seven years of related Turning CNC experience.

Four years of experience with CNC machines.

Two years of experience with multi axis machines.

Two years of programming with software like UG, and/or Master Cam.

Full understanding of manual machines and how to operate them.

High school diploma or GED required along with trade school degree or 10 years of experience.

GD&T knowledge and full understanding.

Effectively communicate and understands job instructions both verbally and written.

Ability to perform basic mathematical computations in the concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions.

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical of diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Ability to lift 50 lbs. when required, use of an overhead crane, forklift, stand for long periods of time, vision requirements will include close, distance, color, depth perception, and focus.

Computer skills.

Applicant must be a United States citizen or permanent resident alien

Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Desired:

Experience machining nickel-based stainless-steel alloys, copper, titanium

Basic of tooling and fixture design

Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware

Ability to work cooperatively with teams of diverse skill levels

Experience machining tight tolerance, high value components

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $45.64-$63.89

Other site ranges may differ

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity Statement

Don’t 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 a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t 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 U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

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.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at

EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com

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