AM Process Engineer II

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.

We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

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!

Responsibilities:

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

Conduct root cause investigation of issues with machines and manufacturing, and work with operations, maintenance, and outside vendors to implement solutions

Qualifications:

Experience working in a Production or Development Environment Experience authoring and developing manufacturing processes to improve end product

Proven skills with troubleshooting of industrial processes or equipment using Root Cause Analysis methods

Bachelor’s or higher in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or related field

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

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

Desired:

Experience with metallic or polymer 3D printing, welding or casting

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

Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $ - $Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement 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.

You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

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