AM Process Engineer II (R38483)

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!  

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Facilities, and Security. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, technicians, maintainers and engineers, you will help to enable new spaceflight designs by supporting the production of Metallic Additively Manufactured (AM) components. Our team uses process development, root cause and corrective action and continuous improvement to drive Blue Origin's bold mission! Our team achieves this by bringing new machines, materials, processing methods, and support equipment to a production state.

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!

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 0-5% of the time

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Understand the AM value stream from start to finish including printing, post processing, thermal processing, and inspection
• Research, onboard and production harden new processes and equipment to increase quality, efficiency, and reduce cost of the AM workcenter
• Conduct root cause investigation of issues with machines and manufacturing, and work with operations, maintenance, and outside vendors to implement solutions

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience working in a Development or Production Environment
• Experience authoring and developing manufacturing processes to improve end product
• Proven skills with troubleshooting of industrial processes or equipment using RCA
• Bachelor’s or higher in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or related field
• Ability to support operations onsite in Kent, Washington and during off hours (if required) via phone or online tools
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion
• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with metallic or polymer 3D printing, welding or casting
• Experience with fabrication methods (ie. machining, welding, sheet metal, riveting etc.)
• 2+ years of experience in aerospace manufacturing or a related field
• Experience with a quality management (ie. AS9100 or ISO 9001)
• Proficient with the use of CAD software (CREO preferred)
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma training or certification

 

Compensation range for on site WA applicants is$83,070—$116,298 USD

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 Suppor