Quality Specialist

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.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will support nonconforming hardware control at our Kent, WA manufacturing site, you will own the day-to-day physical accountability and processing of nonconforming hardware that supports our Engines, New Glenn, Lunar, and Development programs. You will maintain the Material Review Areas in a clean, compliant, and well-organized state; execute scrap dispositions for hardware dispositioned through the nonconformance process;

transport material between quality-controlled areas; and keep NC system records and work order documentation current and accurate. Your work directly supports the integrity of our nonconformance process and ensures that hardware is dispositioned without delay.

This role is hands-on and requires close attention to procedural detail. You will work alongside Quality Specialists, Quality Engineers, and Manufacturing Engineers to process hardware efficiently, escalate discrepancies, and maintain a defensible audit trail for every nonconformance that passes through your area.

We are looking for someone to apply their attention to detail, process discipline, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Special Mentions [ Edit or remove as needed ]Shifts available:

Monday - Friday, Day Shift Interviews will include a technical assessment

Role requires physical material handling; ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted required

Operation of an electric hand truck or similar powered industrial equipment may be required.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Receive, verify, and maintain physical inventory accountability of nonconforming hardware.

Transport nonconforming hardware between the shop floor and designated nonconformance locations following established handling, packaging, and FOD-control requirements.

Execute scrap dispositions for hardware dispositioned through the nonconformance process; perform or witness physical destruction/mutilation in accordance with nonconformance disposition requirements and record completion accurately in the NC system

Update NC system records and associated work orders to accurately reflect hardware movement, scrap execution, and disposition status; ensure documentation is complete and accurate prior to NC closure

Enter hardware movements, dispositions, and material transactions into the inventory tracking system to maintain accurate material accountability records

Support stock check activities by physically locating and confirming the status of nonconforming hardware.

Support periodic quality system audits and compliance reviews by providing objective evidence of area operations, documentation completeness, and process adherence.

Minimum Qualifications GED / High School Diploma1+ years of experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, quality, or materials-handling role Ability to read and interpret work orders, traveler documents, and quality records

Familiarity with part identification, serial/lot number traceability, and controlled material handling concepts

Basic computer proficiency; ability to navigate quality management systems, NC systems, and inventory tracking systems for record lookup and updates

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate, complete documentation

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted and perform physical material handling tasks in an active manufacturing environment

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