Technician -Integration Engineer II Structures; shift

Overview

Technician - Integration Engineer II Structures (A shift). This role is part of Blue Origin Operations and involves assembly and verification of space flight components on a Blue Origin spacecraft. You will participate in the fabrication and delivery of a newly designed space tug, applying technical expertise, leadership, and a commitment to quality to support safe human spaceflight.

Application status and close date may be ongoing until the requisition is closed.

• Assist with transition from development to production, including qualification schedules and first articles
• Fabrication and repair activities of various cable harnesses; installing aerospace fasteners; drilling, clamping, riveting; applying adhesives and installing blankets and reflective tapes
• Assist in resolving operational issues found during process testing including disassembly, rerouting, testing, and measuring
• Support building complex structural components typically using large jigs and tooling to conform to final assembly level requirements
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, diagnose, and correct malfunctions by modification, rework, repair, and/or maintenance
• Support vehicle/launch operations installation of harnesses or by performing field installations
• Perform mate/de-mate, cleaning, inspection, length/breakout measuring, reassembly and testing of harnesses and sub-systems
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and participate in all aspects of first mockup to first production
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for area safety and efficiency
• Other duties as assigned or otherwise beneficial to fulfilling the mission and vision
• Primary Shift is A shift 4x10 Monday-Thursday
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, supporting all shifts/OT, as necessary, to support business needs

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1-3 years’ experience (or equivalent) in aerospace, aircraft, R&D, automotive or related mechanical fields
• Must be willing to travel (approximately 25%) to other launch sites or customer facilities as necessary
• Strong attention to detail, desire to solve problems, and drive to resolve technical issues
• Work collaboratively with teams of assorted skills, fields, and backgrounds
• Ability to lift items up to 40 lbs. and use lifting equipment and machinery for heavier hardware
• Must possess a strong work ethic, prove ability to follow direction, and meet expectations
• Excellent shop mathematics, precision measuring skills and test instruments to complete work assignments including functional test assemblies
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures
• Must be comfortable working on ladders, scissor lifts, booms and/or elevated workstations or in spaces of 10 feet or less
• Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to interface with software systems, databases and Microsoft Office Suite
• Prior experience fabricating, maintaining, testing, operating, or inspecting aerospace mechanical components or fluids systems

• 5+ years of applicable industry experience (launch vehicles, satellites, aircraft, motorsports, oil & gas)
• A&P license or equivalent experience in launch vehicle or propulsion system assembly and integration
• Experience installing strain gauges with a variety of adhesive types, fasteners, torque wrench, wire harnesses, insulation and tubing
• Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware
• Experience in assembling large tight-tolerance structures
• Experience fabricating structures, drilling Hi-Lites, liquid shim
• MLI Blankets and Silver Teflon Tapes
• Experience with on-vehicle repairs and working with different levels of cleanliness
• Work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment
• Able to obtain Top Secret clearance
• Certification in and/or Knowledge of IPC 620 standards for assembly and inspection

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Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

• Required for all positions:
  Blue’s Standard Background Check
• Required for certain job profiles: additional background checks as applicable
• Driver-related checks for roles that operate vehicles or require hazardous materials training as applicable

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off:
  Up to four weeks per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays
• Discretionary bonus based on individual contributions and company results
• Benefits eligibility varies by role type; check with recruiter for details