Technician - Assembly & Integration

Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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 team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

• Relocation provided
• Travel may be required on a limited basis
• A‑shift:
  Monday-Thursday 5:00AM-3:30PM

• Precision assembly of rocket engine components: combustion devices, turbo machinery, final engine assembly
• Root cause and diagnostic component disassembly, repair, and work
• Nitrogen and Helium leak testing
• Hydro proof structural testing of components
• Detailed component inspection to tolerances of 0.0001in
• Crafting and maintaining strict cleanliness requirements (liquid/gaseous oxygen compatibility)
• Help maintain inventory of tooling and equipment
• Safely work with hazardous systems, chemicals, and fast paced operations
• Identify, develop, and deploy new manufacturing methods (or refine existing) to improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize build schedule
• Support DFMA and PFMEA studies to strengthen the feedback loop between design, build and test
• Support the development of manufacturing work instructions to clearly define the following manufacturing processes: receiving inspection, fabrication, assembly, test, and integration, and refurbishment
• Identify non‑conformances and escapes, support and deploy corrective actions

• 1- 3 years of direct valve, turbo machinery, or engine assembly experience
• Mastery of precision and tight tolerance assembly
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings
• Extensive experience reading and understanding specification and detailed work instructions
• Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills (CAD, Scheduling, Issue Tracking, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)
• Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels of the organization
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Climb Ladders and Stairs, lift and carry 50 lbs for limited durations
• Work schedule may require flexibility and/or overtime based on business need

• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Experience with Thermal Press Fits

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 an 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.

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