Blue Origin · 4 months ago
Structures Technician
Space Coast, FL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
0+ years expBlue Origin is dedicated to developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. The Structures Technician will leverage expertise in structural integration, assembly, and drilling to build and maintain critical aerospace systems for advanced lunar products, collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced production environment.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Configure production work areas with necessary tooling and equipment for efficient and quality structural assembly workflows
Precisely assemble, drill, and fasten metallic and composite aerospace structures in line with engineering drawings and quality standards
Operate hand and power tools, including hand drills, power feed drills (PFD), torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, and optical instruments
Fabricate and manage both flight and non-flight hardware, applying sealants, adhesives, primers, paints, and performing composite layup or repairs as needed
Drive the seamless transition from engineering development to high-rate production, proactively troubleshooting and conducting basic equipment maintenance
Collaborate with engineering, integration, and quality teams to ensure first-time-right execution of complex builds
Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for workflow efficiency, safety, and product quality
Maintain organized, clean, and safe work areas in line with 5S/cleanroom standards
Qualification
Required
Relevant Manufacturing & Structural Technician experience: (0-3 years Level I Technician, 3+ years Level II Technician, 5+ years Level III Technician, 8+ years Level IV Technician)
Proficiency interpreting structural engineering blueprints and specifications
Hands-on experience with a wide range of precision and power tools: torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, drills (hand, PFD, track, Jiffy/E-Tech), depth gauges, laser tracker, optical measuring tools
Understanding of drill speeds, feeds, jigs, hand placement, and maintaining tight hole tolerances and angularity
Familiarity with structural adhesives, sealants, paints, primers, and composite layup processes
Experience preparing and assembling large aerospace components, including surface prep, sealing, and repairs
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, climb ladders, and work in confined or elevated spaces
Digital literacy (Windows, Microsoft Office)
Must be able to work assigned shift and overtime as required, with flexibility for future shift changes
Preferred
Experience with continuous improvement methodologies and a drive for process optimization
Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification
Maintain general cleanliness, apply 'clean as you go' techniques in manufacturing environments
Strong technical and leadership skills with exceptional attention to detail
Effective communication and collaboration abilities within unique cross-functional teams
Experience leading teams through complex integration tasks
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.
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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