Manufacturing Engineer III - Engine Testing

Location: Town of Texas
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 engineers, you will prepare engine test hardware for various spaceflight systems on our BE-4 engine program. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of engine testing, from designing manufacturing equipment to supporting engine install and test. You will work with suppliers and manufacturing partners to translate engineering intent, testing requirements, drawings, and configurations into fully functional hardware on time and on budget.

You will create work instructions and plans that define the build, install, and maintenance of engine hardware, and will also develop material handling and storage processes. Throughout the manufacturing process, you will also identify, develop, and deploy methods to improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize build sequence and schedules. As an integral member of the team, you will work to strengthen the feedback loop between design, build, and test and accelerate the pace of rocket engine development.

As a member of small and agile engine test team, your successful contributions in this role will directly support the development, qualification, and flight of Blue Origin’s world-class rocket engines.

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!
This position is based in Van Horn, TX. Being at the heart of Blue Origin operations, the West Texas Site offers eligible employees additional attractive financial incentives to supplement their competitive base earnings, including a living allowance and relocation assistance, etc.  Eligibility is based on the employee’s ability to permanently relocate to Van Horn, TX.

Shift: 8 days on, 6 days off rotations
** Responsibilities:
*** Develop manufacturing work instructions to clearly define the following manufacturing process: receiving inspection, fabrication, assembly, test, integration, and refurbishment
* Closely manage cost, quality, build sequence, and schedule of hardware throughout the entire testing and final configuration build process
* Perform engineering drawing and test plan review and provide final approval for manufacturing
* Develop process control measures and evaluation through statistical analysis
* Define and support repair and rework activities with hardware nonconformance
* Perform root cause analyses when non-conformances and escapes are identified and deploy corrective actions
* Design, procure, install, and integrate custom manufacturing equipment and tools
* Interface with internal suppliers to ensure that hardware and equipment is manufactured, processed, packaged, and delivered properly, on time.
* Design proper material handling and packaging to protect hardware throughout the build and test process
* Champion tooling, ergonomics, safety, and quality improvements affiliated with the build and test process
* Streamline testing data collection
* Manage hardware configuration and maintain pedigree throughout the entire build and test process
* Troubleshoot operational and build issues along with other technical and non-technical teammates
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* Minimum Qualifications:

*** Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university
* 5+ years of relevant work experience in manufacturing and/or test environment.
* Must be able to work second shift and have flexibility to move…