Manufacturing Engineer II - B Shift

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Application Close Date: Ongoing 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. It supports Manufacturing and Supply Chain across all Blue Origin facilities and focuses on the development and operations of New Glenn, a single‑configuration, heavy‑lift orbital launch vehicle.

B shift:
Monday – Friday 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm.

• Translate engineering intent and drawings into fully functional hardware ready for test, qualification, and flight by crafting manufacturing bill of materials and work instructions.
• Identify tools and equipment required for manufacturing flight hardware.
• Provide shipside/lineside support on the manufacturing floor.
• Generate, manage, and close non‑conformance reports (NCR).
• Support introduction of new products by creating manufacturing plan artifacts—including build plans, duration estimates, index plans, and tool lists.

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in an engineering capacity, including internships.
• Ability to work 2nd shift Monday – Friday 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm.
• Prior internship experience in aircraft, spacecraft, launch vehicle structures, automotive manufacturing, or similar.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design and manufacturing fundamentals, including GD&T.
• Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills (CAD, Issue Tracking, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).

• Hands‑on experience with building flight hardware.
• Experience with design, development, or production of launch vehicle, spacecraft, or satellites.
• Proficiency with CAD software (Creo or CATIA V5).
• Customer focus and proven track record of working cooperatively with cross‑functional teams across large geographic distances.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies show that some people are less likely to apply unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin 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.

• 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.
• Required for certain job profiles:
  For drivers operating commercial motor vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight ≥ 10,001 lbs or transporting placardable hazardous materials on a public road, additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations apply…
• Required for certain job profiles:
  Ability to obtain and maintain a Merchant Mariner Credential, including pre‑employment and random drug testing and a DOT physical.

• 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 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 bonuses, subject to company discretion.

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