Lunar Operations - Production Support Technician (All Levels) jobs in United States
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Blue Origin · 4 months ago

Lunar Operations - Production Support Technician (All Levels)

Blue Origin is a company focused on developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. They are seeking a Production Support Technician to assist manufacturing technicians during critical aerospace hardware builds, requiring strong communication skills and hands-on support on the production floor.

AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
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Responsibilities

Configure new production work areas with the necessary tooling and equipment to ensure efficient workflow and minimize any potential delays during the transition to high-rate manufacturing
Operate material handling equipment (forklifts, cranes, etc.) and precision calibrated tools (torque wrenches, micrometers, etc.) to maintain high safety and quality standards
Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for safety and efficiency, enhancing overall productivity
Drive the transition from development to production, proactively performing troubleshooting and maintenance as needed
Maintain clean and organized work areas following 5S principles to promote safety and operational efficiency
Tasks involve preparing and testing payload systems and hardware by applying materials, conducting painting, sealing, composite layup, repairs, testing, and assisting with vehicle assembly and installation

Qualification

Aerospace manufacturing processesMaterial handling equipmentPrecision assembly processesLean ManufacturingSix Sigma certificationContinuous improvement mindsetCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Relevant Manufacturing & Production Support experience: (0-3 years Level I Technician, 3+ years Level II Technician, 5+ years Level III Technician, 8+ years Level IV Technician)
Work collaboratively with teams of varied skills, fields, and backgrounds
Communicate clearly and appropriately, in writing and in person
Basic digital literacy such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc
Repetitively climb ladders/stairs and work in small, restricted areas
Perform repetitive work, including lifting of items up to 35lbs
Operate various material handling equipment including forklifts, overhead cranes, aerial lifts, truck-trailer combinations, and other ground support equipment as required
High School diploma or GED
Ability to support scheduled work shift (we rotate shifts occasionally) and work off-shift (2nd or 3rd shifts), extended hours, and weekends if/when vital

Preferred

Knowledge of precision assembly processes and handling large aerospace components
Strong technical and leadership skills with a keen attention to detail, essential for leading teams in complex integration tasks
Effective communication and collaboration skills in varied teams to foster a positive work environment
Continuous improvement mindset and curiosity for optimizing processes, driving innovation
Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification

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
Up to 14 company-paid holidays

Company

Blue Origin

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Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$185.35M
Key Investors
NASAUnited States Space Force
2024-02-20Secondary Market
2024-01-24Undisclosed· $18M
2021-12-03Grant· $130M

Leadership Team

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David Limp
Chief Executive Officer
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Tim Collins
Vice President, Global Supply Chain
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