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Blue Origin · 2 days ago

Manufacturing Engineer I - Early Career

Van Horn, TX

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

Blue Origin is dedicated to developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. The Manufacturing Engineer I will prepare engine test hardware for various spaceflight systems, ensuring quality and efficiency throughout the manufacturing process while directly supporting rocket engine development.

AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop manufacturing work instructions to clearly define the following manufacturing process: receiving inspection, fabrication, assembly, test, integration, and refurbishment

Closely manage cost, quality, build sequence, and schedule of hardware throughout the entire testing and final configuration build process

Perform engineering drawing and test plan review and provide final approval for manufacturing

Develop process control measures and evaluation through statistical analysis

Define and support repair and rework activities with hardware nonconformance

Perform root cause analyses when non-conformances and escapes are identified and deploy corrective actions

Design, procure, install, and integrate custom manufacturing equipment and tools

Interface with internal suppliers to ensure that hardware and equipment is manufactured, processed, packaged, and delivered properly, on time

Design proper material handling and packaging to protect hardware throughout the build and test process

Champion tooling, ergonomics, safety, and quality improvements affiliated with the build and test process

Streamline testing data collection

Manage hardware configuration and maintain pedigree throughout the entire build and test process

Troubleshoot operational and build issues along with other technical and non-technical teammates

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringManufacturing ProcessesStatistical AnalysisCAD SoftwareManufacturing Execution SystemsTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university

0-3 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing and/or test environment

Must be able to work second shift and have flexibility to move shifts as needed. Open to work extended hours if required

Can demonstrate creating English work instructions for technicians and inspectors

Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing

Hands on experience in hardware manufacturing (i.e. cleaning, non-destructive testing methods, tight tolerance assembly, leak testing, final acceptance testing of integrated hardware, and Manufacturing Execution Systems/Software)

Proven experience and successful track record of completing testing/manufacturing projects

Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills (CAD, Scheduling, Issue Tracking, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)

Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels of the organization

Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion

Passion for rockets, space, the team, and our mission is a must!

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