Production Welder III - Weekend Night 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.

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!

Qualifications:

• 0-2+ years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, integration, or other relevant field
• Manual or Automated Welding Process Experience.
• Ability to work with small hardware components and attention to detail.
• Interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions and test procedures
• Work collaboratively with teams of skilled, disciplines, and backgrounds
• Communicate clearly and appropriately, in writing and in person
• Basic computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.
• Perform routine maintenance functions such as daily clean-up of work areas to support 5S, FOD, and ESD R55866
• A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with teams of skilled across large geographic distances
• Ability to support Monday-Friday work schedule, work off-shift, extended hours overtime, and weekends if/when necessary
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to work second shift (Monday through Thursday 3 pm - 1:30 am) OR weekend shift (Friday through Sunday 5 am - 6 pm)

Desired:

• Continuous improvement mindset. Our job is never complete; we are always refining and improving
• Experience in Aerospace/Launch vehicle assembly
• Experience in handling large aerospace components
• Experience in assembling large tight-tolerance structures
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification
• Robotic Experience

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

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

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 company-paid holidays.

• Dependent on role type and job level, em