Blue Origin · 4 months ago
Lunar Operations - Manufacturing Engineer III
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$109K/yr - $152K/yr
5+ years expBlue Origin is a company focused on developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems to enable millions to live and work in space. They are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer III to lead the design and implementation of efficient manufacturing systems, ensure quality control, and optimize supply chain logistics for lunar infrastructure. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and the use of advanced technologies to transform raw materials into high-quality hardware.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the industrialization of new products in domains such as solar arrays, integration and test, avionics, and structures
Drive design for manufacturability (DFM), assembly (DFA), and test (DFT) to ensure robust, reliable vehicles and hardware
Translate engineering requirements into repeatable, high-quality manufacturing processes aligned to Blue Origin’s mission
Collaborate closely with design engineering, quality assurance, supply chain, and production teams
Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation: work instructions, process flows, tooling designs, inspection plans
Evaluate and implement new manufacturing processes and technology (e.g., composites, machining, additive manufacturing)
Root cause and resolve process/product non-conformances; implement corrective actions for enhanced reliability and yield
Ensure conformance to quality and safety standards (AS9100, ISO 9001), fostering a culture of safety and mission assurance
Lead and participate in process FMEAs, risk assessments, and new line/equipment validation
Identify and deliver on opportunities for efficiency gains and cost reduction, enabling scalable manufacturing
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university
5+ years of manufacturing, industrial, or process engineering experience
1+ years of experience creating English work instructions
Must be able to work second shift and have flexibility to move shifts as needed; ability to work extended hours if required
Preferred
Manufacturing engineering background in aerospace or other high-reliability environments
Hands-on fabrication/assembly experience in one or more relevant specialties: heat exchangers, compressors, cryo coolers, pumps, valves, avionics hardware, or tooling/GSE
Understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing including GD&T
Experience with bill-of-materials (BOM) management and reconciliation
Knowledge of Lean manufacturing practices and principles
Familiarity with AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards
Experience designing/building/commissioning tooling and fixtures for manufacturing, assembly, or test
Understanding of fabrication processes: machining, welding, composites, and assembly
Experience with manufacturing automation, digital work instructions, or advanced metrology (CMM, laser scanning)
Proficiency with PLM/MRP systems (e.g., Teamcenter, Windchill)
Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) or transition to production in aerospace
Proven record authoring detailed work instructions and process documentation
Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt, PMP certification, or EVMS experience
Experience designing, commissioning, and troubleshooting tooling, jigs, fixtures, molds, and automated tooling
Working knowledge of project management methodologies and cross-discipline team collaboration
Strong written and verbal communication skills for working across teams, sites, and suppliers
An attitude of world-class mission assurance, attention to detail, and dedication to quality
Benefits
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%
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.
Company
Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$185.35MKey Investors
NASAUnited States Space Force
2024-02-20Secondary Market
2024-01-24Undisclosed· $18M
2021-12-03Grant· $130M
Leadership Team
David Limp
Chief Executive Officer
Tim Collins
Vice President, Global Supply Chain
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