Technician - Structures Sr shift

Position: Technician - Structures Sr A shift.
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.

This hands-on position requires experience in assembling and fabricating structures, tubes, electrical components. Throughout the manufacturing process, you will also identify, develop, and deploy methods to improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize the build sequence of applicable hardware and equipment. 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. Together, the teams will deliver the structures for carrying critical components into space.

Special Mentions:

Relocation provided

Travel Expected 25% of the time Shifts available: A4 weeks PTO Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Assist with transition from development to production, including qualification schedules and first articles

Responsible for the fabrication and repair activities of various cable harnesses, Installing Aerospace fasteners, drilling, clamping, riveting, applying adhesives and installing blankets and reflective tapes

Assist in resolving operational issues found during process testing including disassembly, rerouting, testing, and measuring.

Support building complex structural components typically using large jigs and tooling to conform to final assembly level requirements

Troubleshoot electrical systems, diagnose, and correct malfunctions by modification, rework, repair, and/or maintenance

Support vehicle/launch operations installation of harnesses or by performing field installations

Perform mate/de-mate, cleaning, inspection, length/breakout measuring, reassembly and testing of harnesses and sub-systems

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and participate deeply in all aspects of first mockup to first production

Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for area safety and efficiency.

Other duties as assigned or otherwise beneficial to fulfilling the mission and vision

Ability to work a flexible schedule, supporting all shifts/OT, as necessary, to support business nee ds.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate1-3 years’ experience (or equivalent) in aerospace, aircraft, R&D, automotive or related mechanical fields.

Must be willing to travel (approximately 25%) to other launch sites or customer facilities as necessary

Strong attention to detail, desire to solve problems, and drive to resolve technical issues.

Work collaboratively with teams of assorted skills, fields, and backgrounds

Ability to lift items up to 40 lbs. and use lifting equipment and machinery for heavier hardware.

Must possess a strong work ethic, prove ability to follow direction, and meet expectations.

Excellent shop mathematics, precision measuring skills and test instruments to complete work assignments including functional test assemblies

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes and procedures.

Must be comfortable working on ladders, scissor lifts, booms and or elevated workstations or in spaces…