CPV Technician - Level I

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.

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 role is to support BE-7 Engines Value Streams . You will carry out kitting, post processing, precision cleaning, inspection, packaging, preparation of aerospace hardware and other duties using specialized equipment and procedures to ensure cleanliness and readiness of flight and non-flight systems. You will also set up, calibrate, and perform preventative maintenance on critical equipment used for cleaning, supporting operational excellence and safe, repeatable spaceflight. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and continuous learning in a dynamic, team-based environment. 

 

Position Specific Details:

• Shifts: C (Fri-Sun) (5:00AM - 5:30PM)
• Location: AL
• Relocation: Available 

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform general and precision cleaning, passivation, and inspection of aerospace hardware using solvent/chemical, mechanical, ultrasonic, and other precision cleaning methods.
• Set up, calibrate, and conduct preventative maintenance on a wide range of cleaning and lab equipment (e.g., pumps, filtration units, tanks, scales). 
• Safely handle and move large or sensitive hardware using overhead cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment. 
• Inspect hardware with visual, UV light, borescope, microscopic particle count, and high-precision weighing methods to ensure compliance with cleanliness standards. 
• Operate precision measurement and calibration tools including torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, laser trackers, height gauges, and optical instruments. 
• Analyze and adjust fluid and solvent systems using titration and other laboratory methods. 
• Package, prepare, and document hardware and supplies for storage or shipment. 
• Maintain shop and clean areas in accordance with 5S organizational and cleanliness standards. 
• Adhere to safety regulations and use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE). 
• Accurately document cleaning, calibration, test, and inspection results, and communicate with engineering, production, and quality teams. 
• Collaborate with team members and cross-functional groups to ensure production goals and cleanliness standards are met. 

 

Team Focus & Domain Expertise:

As a Technician, you will be part of a highly skilled team specializing in the precision cleaning, preparation, and verification of aerospace hardware prior to assembly, testing, and flight. Your expertise will directly impact hardware reliability and mission success, ensuring that all components meet rigorous standards for cleanliness, quality, and readiness. The team’s cross-functional work supports composites, structures, sub-assembly, refurbishment, final assembly, and more, playing a vital role in safe, repeatable spaceflight operations. 

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience Levels with precision cleaning (0-3 years Level I)
• Experience working on fluid systems with applied chemistry fundamentals. 
• Ability to set up, calibrate, and perform preventative maintenance on production and clean equipment. 
• Ability to lift 50 lbs an