MFG Process Engineer II

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! 

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, and engineers, you will  directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedication 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!

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!

As a Harnessing and Avionics Process Engineer you will be part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of professionals, responsible for defining rocket engine and vehicle harnessing and avionics assembly processes.

Special Mentions

• Relocation provided

• Travel expected up to 0% of the time

• Shifts available: o Day Shift-1st shift Monday-Friday onsite

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and define harnessing build, test and assembly processes.
• Translate engineering intent, drawings, and configurations into fully functional hardware
• Develop manufacturing work instructions to clearly define the following manufacturing processes for harnesses and avionics components: fabrication, assembly, test, integration, and refurbishment
• Closely manage build sequence, cost, quality and schedule of hardware every day during the assembly process.
• When non-conformances and escapes are identified, deploy recovery strategies, perform root cause analyses and manage corrective actions
• Handle hardware configuration and maintain pedigree throughout the entire build and test process
• Conduct reviews for major harness and avionics assemblies prior to movement between work centers and facilities, and capture lessons learned
• Define how to prepare hardware for test, qualification, and flight
• Conduct DFMA and PFMEA studies to strengthen the feedback loop between design, build, and test
• Perform engineering drawing reviews and provide final approval for manufacturing
• Collaborate with external suppliers and manufacturing partners to ensure that hardware and equipment is manufactured, processed, packaged, and delivered accurately, on time, and on budget
• Support company-wide initiatives and long-term business goals

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university (Master of Science preferred)
• 3-5 years of direct harnessing or avionics assembly in support of aerospace vehicles.
• Solid understanding of J-STD-001, IPC-620 and IPC-610 standards
• Experienced in applying commercial and military specifications and standards related to PWA, CCA, cables and harness.
• Proven experience and successful track record developing/starting new manufacturing processes
• Strong intuition and judgement when faced with ambiguity and the need to make high velocity decisions
• Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels of the organization
• Passion for our mission of millions of people living and working in space!
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a 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.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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 Support Program.

Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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 “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.

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