Technical Specialist - SWORD

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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 is a hands-on role which requires strong communication, technical fundamentals, and ability to make products. Members on this team are expected to operate with a rapid iterative development mindset.

Responsibilities may include:

• Actively engage and collaborate with prototype engineers to support rapid design and manufacture of development hardware.
• Support engineering design, development, fabrication/assembly, and testing of development hardware for flight vehicles, propulsion systems, avionics/electronics, ground support equipment, complex composite components, etc.
• Employ hands-on technical ability in equipment operation, trouble-shooting, testing and data collection.
• Apply technical expertise, hands on ability, and written communication skills to bridge gaps across various technical teams.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to technicians and fabricators, and consultation/collaboration with technical teams.
• Engage in the prototyping process with internal customers, including challenging requirements and providing first-hand insights as you work with the hardware.
• Hands-on contribution to manufacturing and development efforts, using a wide variety of manufacturing technologies.
• Utilize CNC & manual equipment to support product development efforts, as required.
• Support engineering in investigating and implementing new technical capabilities.

Qualifications:

• Exemplary technical skills as well as tactical technical expertise related to specific discipline(s) of engineering or technology.
• 8+ years in manufacturing environment for complex products, such as: aerostructure, space systems, aerospace, life support systems.
• Able to take on challenges with incomplete information and pivot to drive progress.
• Work well in a collaborative team environment.
• Eager to jump in and manufacture as the need arises.
• Experience with design for manufacturing, CNC machining techniques, tool selection, work-holding, and equipment.
• Demonstrated success in constantly evolving environment.
• Understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing
• Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills (CAD, Scheduling, Issue Tracking, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Highly customer focused with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• 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.

Must be physically able to:

• Support manufacturing and fabrication floor activities.
• Climb stairs and work in small areas.
• Lift and carry 40 lbs.

Desired:

• Experience in rapid development environment.
• Experience in an aerospace manufacturing facility preferred.
• Experience in Product Development.
• Tooling and fixture design experience.
• Hands-on machining experience and/or CNC programming familiarity.
• Broad experience in manufacturing: welding, assembly, integration, instrumentation, cleaning, non-destructive testing, leak testing, fabrication, machining, etc.
• Experience with Siemens NX (Design center)

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.

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