Blue Origin · 3 days ago
Sub-Assemblies Technician II(Weekend Shift)
Blue Origin is a company focused on developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. They are seeking a Sub-Assemblies Technician II to build launch vehicles, spacecraft, and launch facility systems, ensuring that manufacturing and assembly meet program requirements.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Assembly of a variety of structural, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanically actuated component sub-assemblies for New Shepard ,New Glenn, and Engines components
Assembly of machined and/or carbon fiber structural components to aerospace standards
Design and fabrication of assembly tooling
Work with engineers to review design concepts, provide feedback for ease of assembly, and support development tests
Review, edit and follow work instructions for assembly tasks
Plan and communicate assembly steps for complex mechanical installations
Safely work with hazardous systems, containing chemicals and/or high pressure
Ability to work in a team environment with multiple and rapidly changing priorities
Excellent problem solving skills
Qualification
Required
Excellent demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
Ability to document and maintain accurate records, strict procedural compliance, as well as read drawings and prints
Ability to use standard tools and basic fabrication equipment
Experience assembling and troubleshooting aerospace, military hardware, or other related fields
Demonstrated ability to use standard mechanical tools, fabrication shop equipment and the capability to drill and prepare close tolerance holes for fastener installation
5+ years' experience in aerospace or related fields
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite
Work Friday-Sunday 12 hour shifts (5:00 AM to 5:30 PM) with potential for overtime requests
Must be physically able to climb ladders and stairs, and work in small, restricted areas
Must be physically able to lift and carry 25 lbs
Preferred
Experience in launch vehicle or propulsion system assembly and vehicle integration
A&P license or equivalent experience in launch vehicle or propulsion system assembly and integration
Familiarity with pressurized system safety for pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Experience with CNC machining experience and/or composite structure fabrication
Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware
Experience with 3D measurement tools and Verisurf/spatial analyzer software
Working knowledge of a variety of rocket propellants, including hydrogen peroxide, RP, and cryogenics
Knowledge in the use of 3D CAD tools (CREO is preferred), and ability to read and interpret GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard
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.
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
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