Sub-Assemblies Technician I(Weekend 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.

As part of a hardworking team of technicians, you will build launch vehicles, spacecraft and launch facility systems.  You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of and responsible for manufacturing, assembling and supporting hardware testing that meets Blue Origin's program requirements. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

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!

Responsibilities:

• Assembly of a variety of structural, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanically actuated component sub-assemblies for New Shepard ,New Glenn, and Engines components

• Assembly of machined and/or carbon fiber structural components to aerospace standards

• Design and fabrication of assembly tooling

• Work with engineers to review design concepts, provide feedback for ease of assembly, and support development tests

• Review, edit and follow work instructions for assembly tasks

• Plan and communicate assembly steps for complex mechanical installations

• Safely work with hazardous systems, containing chemicals and/or high pressure

• Ability to work in a team environment with multiple and rapidly changing priorities

• Excellent problem solving skills

Qualifications:

• Excellent demonstrated written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to document and maintain accurate records, strict procedural compliance, as well as read drawings and prints

• Ability to use standard tools and basic fabrication equipment

• Experience assembling and troubleshooting aerospace, military hardware, or other related fields

• Demonstrated ability to use standard mechanical tools, fabrication shop equipment and the capability to drill and prepare close tolerance holes for fastener installation

• 5+ years’ experience in aerospace or related fields

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite

• Work Friday-Sunday 12 hour shifts (5:00 AM to 5:30 PM) with potential for overtime requests

Must be physically able to:

• Climb ladders and stairs, and work in small, restricted areas

• Lift and carry 25 lbs

Desired:

• Experience in launch vehicle or propulsion system assembly and vehicle integration

• A&P license or equivalent experience in launch vehicle or propulsion system assembly and integration

• Familiarity with pressurized system safety for pneumatic and hydraulic systems

• Experience with CNC machining experience and/or composite structure fabrication

• Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware

• Experience with 3D measurement tools and Verisurf/spatial analyzer software

• Working knowledge of a variety of rocket propellants, including hydrogen peroxide, RP, and cryogenics

• Knowledge in the use of 3D CAD tools (CREO is preferred), and ability to read and interpret GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard

 

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $24.74 - $34.63

Other site ranges may differ

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. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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