Composites Aerospace Technician SR, PA Integration (R39167)

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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

Responsibilities:

• Assemble payload systems Avionics harnessing, click bond applications, separation systems according to written procedures, engineering drawings and models.
• Application of various types of RTV and Epoxy bonding.
• Setup new production work areas, including tooling and equipment
• Operate various material handling equipment including forklifts, overhead cranes, aerial lifts, flight vehicle and subassembly transportation equipment, truck-trailer combinations and other ground support equipment will be required
• Operate a wide range of precision calibrated tools including, but not limited to, torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, laser tracker, height gauges and optical measuring instruments
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for area safety and efficiency
• Clean as you go model is critical for all operations across Blue Origin.
• Assist with transition from development to production, including first articles
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and correct malfunctions by modification, rework, repair, and/or maintenance
• Work closely with a team, clean room operations, working from heights
• Ability to work off-shift, extended overtime, and weekends if/when necessary
• Other duties as required for fulfilling the mission and our vision

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• 1+ years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, integration, or another relevant field
• Experience in at least one of the following is required:
• Instrumentation and electrical harness routing, general Aerospace/Launch vehicle assembly
• Interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions and test procedures
• Work collaboratively with teams of diverse skills, disciplines, and backgrounds
• Communicate clearly and appropriately, in writing and in person
• Basic computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.
• Climb ladders/stairs and work in small, restricted areas
• Perform repetitive work, including lifting of items up to 50lbs
• 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 working inside clean rooms
• Experience working on payloads, fairings, capsules
• ATF Certification for handling and/or installing explosives
• Experience in handling/moving large aerospace components
• Industry certification, trade school training and/or degree in related field
• Proven success as a “hands-on” technical leader
• Work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities
• Continuous improvement mindset. Our job is never complete; we are always refining and improving
• Intense curiosity for understanding the details of our business and how to optimize it
• Experience in assembling large tight-tolerance structures
• Experience in new product introduction
• Experience in a team-based Lean Manufacturing environment
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification
• Ability to lift heavy items up to 50lbs
• Structural FAB experience.
• Military experience

Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.

 

Benefits

Benefits include:  Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 compa