AM Process Engineer III

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.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, maintainers and engineers, you will help to enable new spaceflight designs by supporting the production of Metallic Additively Manufactured (AM) components. Our team uses process development, root cause and corrective action and continuous improvement to drive Blue Origin's bold mission! Our team achieves this by bringing new machines, materials, processing methods, and support equipment to a production state.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

• Understand the AM value stream from start to finish including printing, post processing, thermal processing, and inspection
• Research, onboard and production harden new processes and equipment to increase quality, efficiency, and reduce cost of the AM work center
• Lead root cause investigation of issues with machines and manufacturing, and work with operations, maintenance, and outside vendors to implement solutions

• Bachelor’s or higher in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or related field
• Experience authoring and developing manufacturing processes to improve end product
• Proven skills with troubleshooting of industrial processes or equipment using RCA Experience working in aerospace or similar fields requiring a QMS or adhering to Industry Specifications
• +2 years working experience with 3D printing, castings, forgings or welding
• Ability to support operations onsite in Kent, Washington and during off hours (if required) via phone or online tools
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion
• 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

• Experience with fabrication methods (ie. machining, sheet metal, carbon fiber manufacturing, riveting, heat treatment etc.)
• 2+ years of experience in aerospace, medical device manufacturing or a related field
• Experience with quality management (ie. AS9100 or ISO 9001)
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma training or certification

Compensation for WA applicants
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