Blue Origin · 19 hours ago
Aerospace Technician II - First Stage Integration, C Shift
Blue Origin is a company focused on developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. They are seeking an Aerospace Technician II to manufacture, assemble, and test the GS1 Booster, ensuring adherence to engineering models and specifications while contributing to safe human spaceflight.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Manufacture, assemble, and test the GS1 Booster according to written procedures and engineering models, drawings, specifications
Setup new production work areas, including tooling and equipment
Assist with transition from development to production, including first articles
Perform second party verifications and hardware inspections to engineering models, drawings, specifications, and written procedures
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and correct malfunctions by modification, rework, repair, and/or maintenance
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurrence control
Operate various material handling equipment including forklifts, overhead cranes, aerial lifts, flight vehicle and subassembly transportation equipment, truck-trailer combinations and other ground support equipment as required
Setup and operate a wide range of precision calibrated tools including, but not limited to, torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, laser tracker, height gauges and optical measuring instruments
Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for area safety and efficiency
Perform routine maintenance functions such as daily clean-up of work areas to support 5S, FOD, and ESD
Ability to work off-shift, extended hours overtime, and weekends if/when necessary
Other duties as assigned or otherwise beneficial to fulfilling the mission and vision
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or GED
5+ years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, integration, or another relevant field
Experience in at least one of the following is required: Fluids and tubing install, instrumentation and electrical harness routing, general Aerospace/Launch vehicle assembly
Interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions and test procedures
Work collaboratively with teams of skills, disciplines, and backgrounds
Communicate clearly and appropriately, in writing and in person
Basic computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc
Climb ladders/stairs and work in small, restricted areas
Work at heights on work stands and in lifts
Perform repetitive work, including lifting of items up to 35lbs
Preferred
Industry certification, trade school training and/or degree in related field
Demonstrated success as a 'hands-on' technical leader
Work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities
Continuous improvement mindset. Our job is never complete; we are always refining and improving
Intense curiosity for understanding the details of our business and how to optimize it
Experience in handling large aerospace components
Experience in assembling large tight-tolerance structures
Experience in new product introduction
Experience in a team-based Lean Manufacturing environment
Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification
Ability to lift heavy items up to 50lbs
Military experience
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
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
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2021-12-03Grant· $130M
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