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Assembly / Dimensional Inspector III (A Shift)

Blue Origin
Washington, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Nov 2025

About the role

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.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Special Mentions:

  • Relocation provided
  • Shifts available:
  • A Shift: Monday-Thursday, 5am-3:30pm
  • C Shift: Friday-Sunday 5am-5pm


​Responsibilities:

  • Perform daily part inspection utilizing micrometers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, height gauges, optical comparators, profilometers, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs).
  • Use Verisurf and Modus software suite for inspection equipment (Absolute Arm, Revo CMM and Leica Tracker).​
  • Oversees final product quality inspection in compliance with corporate/ customers' standards and requirements; identifies on-going quality issues, prevents potential production issues, and makes suggestions for improvement. ​
  • Performs inspection of purchased parts, materials, components, and equipment as materials are received from vendors or subcontractors. Determines or assists in determining methods, sequences, and procedures necessary for inspection. 
  •  Coordinates communication between key stakeholders on an irregular basis, calls meetings to address inspection issues.
  • Knowledge and utilization of nonconformance processes.

Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 4 years of experience in dimensional inspection.
  • Outstanding blueprint reading skills including GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 or 2009 or 2018 standard.
  • Experience inspecting tight tolerance, high value components.
  • Strong computer software skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Suite Programs.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize projects to meet completion dates.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.

Desired:

  • Experience using Revo CMM, Absolute Arm, Faro Arm, V-Stars, Laser Tracker, Roundest or similar very helpful
  • Basic machining knowledge.
  • Experience with ATOS Professional/GOM Inspect/Verisurf software.
  • Experience with 3D scanning/Bluelight/ATOS/AS1 Scanner or similar.
  • Experience in dimensional inspection of aerospace components preferred.
  • Aerospace quality inspection experience.
  • CAD software knowledge.
  • Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware.
  • Control of Hazardous Energy (Lock Out Tag Out) – Affected Employee
  • Fall Protection Certification


 

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $32.86-$46.01

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.

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.

Background Check

  • Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check

  • Required for Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

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