Electronics Manufacturing Engineer

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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 National Security (BNS), where our focus is the design, development, and delivery of launch and spacecraft systems for national security missions. Through Blue Ring, our all-in-one, high-powered hybrid solar-electric and chemical-propelled spacecraft, we provide unmatched mission maneuverability, versatility, and capacity at dramatically lower-profile costs.

About the Role

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're looking for an Electronics Manufacturing Engineer to join our Core Systems & Components group and play a key role in advancing the design, development, and production of complex electronic systems. In this role, you will work closely with our COMSEC and Electrical Hardware Design teams to ensure that electronics manufacturing processes meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support electronics manufacturing engineering activities across the full product development lifecycle
• Collaborate closely with the COMSEC and Electrical Hardware teams to ensure manufacturability and design compliance
• Develop, document, and optimize manufacturing processes, work instructions, and assembly procedures
• Drive new product introduction (NPI) and oversee the transition from prototype to full-rate production
• Conduct design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for testability (DFT) reviews
• Support PCB layout, fabrication, and assembly processes in coordination with internal teams and external suppliers
• Identify and resolve manufacturing defects, process failures, and quality issues through root cause analysis
• Partner with supply chain and procurement teams to qualify vendors and manage component sourcing
• Ensure all manufacturing activities comply with applicable standards, specifications, and security requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field
• 8+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing engineering or a related hardware discipline
• Hands-on experience with PCB fabrication, assembly, and test processes
• Strong understanding of electronics manufacturing standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, or equivalent)
• Experience conducting DFM/DFT reviews and working with CAD/EDA tools
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across cross-functional hardware and software teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance
• Experience supporting COMSEC, defense, or aerospace electronics programs
• Familiarity with AS9100 or other aerospace quality management systems
• Experience with automated test equipment (ATE) and functional test development
• IPC certifications (CIS, CIT, or equivalent)

Base Pay Range for:

CO applicants is $144,179.00 - $201,849.90
WA applicants is $156,802.00 - $219,522.45

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.