Manufacturing Planner Off Shifts

Manufacturing Planner - All Levels - Off Shifts

Be among the first 25 applicants. 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 includes Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. It supports manufacturing and supply chain activities across all Blue Origin facilities.

• Multiple positions available
• Shifts:
  • B | Monday – Thursday (2:30pm-01:00am)
  • C | Friday – Sunday (6am-6:30pm)
  • D | Friday – Sunday (6pm-6:30am)

• Translate engineering intent and drawings into fully functional hardware ready for test, qualification, and flight by crafting manufacturing bill of materials and work instructions.
• Train and support Mfg Engineers in using system tools to execute work orders, including disposition of nonconformances, redlining work orders, revising BOM, BOM reconciliation, and GSE/Tooling maintenance and procurement.
• Provide shipside/lineside support on the manufacturing floor.
• Provide oversight and guidance for the creation and revision of manufacturing plans to ensure required information and structure are provided for MRP systems.
• Maintain and communicate manufacturing engineering metrics and schedules.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements to reduce build time and improve safety and quality.

The Manufacturing Planner at Blue Origin plays a pivotal role in advancing the efficiency and reliability of aerospace components through cutting‑edge assembly methods. You will manufacture and assemble hardware on our premier launch vehicle, New Glenn, directly impacting the history of space exploration and requiring dedication to safety.

• Experience with aircraft, spacecraft, launch vehicle structures, automotive manufacturing or similar.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing engineering processes and procedures, including planning systems.
• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing, including knowledge of GD&T.
• Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills (CAD, Issue Tracking, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).

• Hands on experience with building flight hardware.
• Associate degree or trade school in a related discipline.
• Six Sigma Black Belt & Lean Manufacturing Certification.
• Experience with design, development, or production of launch vehicle, spacecraft, or satellites.
• Proficient with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software (Creo or CATIA V5).
• Customer focused with a proven track record of working cooperatively with teams of different skills across large geographic distances.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Paid Time Off:
  Up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Blue Origin is proudly an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. We hire and promote people based on qualifications, performance, and abilities, fostering a workplace that values trust, equality, and teamwork. All qualified applicants have equal opportunity for hire and other terms of employment, regardless of protected characteristics.

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

• Required for all positions:
  Blue’s Standard Background Check
• Required for certain job profiles:
  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if the role requires presence on a military installation.
• Other specialized checks for specific profiles (e.g., commercial driver licensing, maritime credentials) as stipulated by relevant regulations.