Manufacturing Engineer 2 - Avionics/Harness Fabrication

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.

Come join us at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Kent, WA as a Manufacturing Engineer supporting complex reusable rocket systems. In this role, you will help advance our mission of “Launch. Land. Repeat.” with the goal of making space more accessible for the benefit of Earth.

This role will support C Shift, working a Friday–Monday (10/4) schedule.

To build a road to space, we are seeking a team of problem solvers and collaborators who are passionate about enabling humanity’s future in space.

As part of a highly collaborative team, you will serve as a key technical interface between the production value stream and design engineering, ensuring smooth execution of hardware builds, rapid issue resolution, and continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 5%
• Shift: Friday–Monday (4/10 schedule)
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

General Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide hands-on support to a fast-paced production environment
• Lead troubleshooting and disposition of non-conforming (NC) avionics hardware/harnessing, software, firmware, and electrical systems through detailed work instructions
• Drive isolation, containment, and resolution of NC parts and assemblies
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and root cause corrective actions (RCCA) to prevent recurrence of manufacturing and hardware issues
• Support design and operational gated reviews by contributing to required technical artifacts and readiness assessments
• Collaborate with design engineering to implement Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) that improve manufacturability and reduce non-conformances
• Partner with design teams early in the development cycle to improve Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA) prior to design release

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related field
• 3+ years of experience with complex electrical aerospace or space hardware
• Experience operating, diagnosing, and dispositioning non-conforming electrical hardware, harnesses, software, and/or firmware
• Strong understanding of electrical systems such as:
  • High-speed digital, analog, and mixed-signal circuits
  • Battery-based power systems (power management, switching, charging, safety)
  • Embedded command and I/O systems for complex industrial or vehicle applications
  • RF communication systems and components
• Experience with circuit analysis and simulation (e.g., worst-case analysis, signal integrity, logic simulation)
• Understanding of grounding, PCB layout principles, and EMI/EMC tradeoffs
• Experience applying DFMA principles in design development
• Strong communication, organization, and project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities
• Hands-on mindset with strong attention to detail and ownership of work
• Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment and adapt to new challenges
• 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.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related field
• 5+ years of experience with aerospace or space electrical systems
• Experience troubleshooting high-reliability, safety-critical electronics
• Familiarity with industry standards such as IPC-A-600/610/620, J-STD-001, and DO-254
• Experience with launch vehicle hardware development, integration, and testing
• Experience developing embedded software or firmware for microcontrollers, DSPs, or FPGAs
• Proficiency in 3D CAD programs (Creo Pro/E preferred)  

Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $91,852.00 - $128,592.45

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
• 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, 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.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• 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, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [email protected]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.