Full-Time

Prototype Engineer III

SWORD Prototype Group

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Blue Origin

Blue Origin

10,001+ employees

Offers suborbital space tourism experiences

Aerospace
Entertainment

Senior, Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Merritt Island, FL, USA

Category
Research & Development
Space & Rocket Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
GD&T
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering.
  • 8+ years in CNC machining manufacturing environment for complex products, such as: aerostructure, space systems, aerospace, life support systems.
  • Demonstrated success in Product Development.
  • Demonstrated success in constantly evolving environment.
  • Able to take on challenges with incomplete information and pivot to drive progress.
  • Work well in a collaborative team environment.
  • Eager to jump in and manufacture as the need arises.
  • Consistent track record of manufacturing experience directly related to part machining.
  • Understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing including working knowledge of GD&T.
  • Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills (CAD, Scheduling, Issue Tracking, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
  • Highly customer focused with strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with teams of diverse skills across large geographic distances.
  • Proficient in CAD.
  • 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.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with design teams and develop and manage plan for the manufacture of the prototypes.
  • Manufacture prototypes over several iterations in collaboration with design teams and machinists.
  • Hands-on contribution to manufacturing and development efforts, as required.
  • Utilize CNC & manual equipment to support product development efforts, as required.
  • Provide guidance on CNC machining techniques, tool selection, work-holding, and equipment.
  • Implementing new capabilities to support critical schedules.
  • Perform engineering drawing review and provide final approval for manufacturing.
  • Define and support repair and rework activities.
  • Design tooling and fixturing for ease of manufacturing.
  • Engineer and fabricate solutions, as required.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in rapid development environment.
  • Experience in an aerospace manufacturing facility preferred.
  • Tooling and fixture design experience.
  • Hands-on machining experience and/or CNC programming familiarity.
  • Broad experience in manufacturing: welding, assembly, integration, instrumentation, cleaning, non-destructive testing, leak testing, fabrication, machining, etc.

Blue Origin focuses on making space travel accessible through suborbital space tourism. The company offers unique experiences where passengers can travel to the edge of space aboard its reusable rocket, New Shepard. This rocket takes passengers on an 11-minute journey, allowing them to experience several minutes of weightlessness and enjoy stunning views of Earth from over 100 kilometers above. Blue Origin generates revenue by selling premium tickets for these flights, targeting affluent individuals and space enthusiasts. Unlike many competitors, Blue Origin not only provides space tourism but is also developing advanced rocket engines and technologies for potential sales to other aerospace companies and government agencies. The company's goal is to lead in the commercial spaceflight market while expanding into lunar landers and other space exploration technologies.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$112.9M

Headquarters

Kent, Washington

Founded

2000

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Successful New Glenn launch positions Blue Origin in the heavy-lift launch market.
  • Growing interest in space tourism boosts demand for Blue Origin's suborbital flights.
  • Collaboration with Estes Rockets enhances brand visibility and inspires future engineers.

What critics are saying

  • Technical challenges with New Glenn could impact reputation and future contracts.
  • Weather-related launch delays may increase operational costs and scheduling conflicts.
  • Competition from SpaceX and United Launch Alliance may limit market share.

What makes Blue Origin unique

  • Blue Origin focuses on reusable rockets, reducing space travel costs significantly.
  • The company offers unique suborbital space tourism experiences with its New Shepard rocket.
  • Blue Origin develops advanced rocket engines, enhancing control and efficiency in space travel.

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Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401k

PTO

Relocation

Education Support Program

Dog friendly

Bundled insurance rates

Company paid life & disability