Blue Origin · 20 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineer - (B shift)
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expBlue Origin is a company focused on developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. They are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to apply technical expertise and leadership skills to enhance safe human spaceflight through effective manufacturing processes.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Translate engineering intent, drawings, and configurations into fully functional hardware
Define how to prepare hardware for test, qualification, and flight
Identify, develop, and deploy new manufacturing methods (or refine existing) to improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize build schedule
Conduct Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) studies to strengthen the feedback loop between design, build, and test
Design proper material handling and packaging to protect hardware throughout the build and test process
Develop manufacturing work instructions to clearly define the following manufacturing process: receiving inspection, fabrication, assembly, integration, test, and refurbishment
Create in-build redlines and recommend engineering changes to improve design
Closely manage cost, quality, build sequence, and schedule of hardware throughout the entire manufacturing process
Perform engineering drawing review and provide final approval for manufacturing
Lead Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) reviews
Develop process control measures and evaluation through statistical analysis
Disposition and support non-conformance repair and rework activities
Perform root cause analyses when non-conformances and escapes are identified and deploy corrective actions
Design, procure, install, and integrate custom manufacturing equipment
Interface with external suppliers and manufacturing partners to ensure that hardware and equipment is manufactured, processed, packaged, and delivered properly, on time, and on budget
Manage hardware configuration and maintain pedigree throughout the entire build and test process
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university
2+ years of direct manufacturing and manufacturing engineering experience
Experience with aircraft, spacecraft, launch vehicles, automotive or similar
Experience developing/starting new manufacturing processes
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 support scheduled work shift (we may rotate shifts occasionally) and work extended hours and weekends as required
Must be physically able to support production floor activities
Must be physically able to climb stairs and work in small areas
Must be physically able to lift and carry 40 lbs
Preferred
Master's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (or other relevant fields) from an accredited university
Experience identifying tooling needs for production system
Proficient in writing work instructions at a high pace
Experience with non-conformance documentation and resolution
Previous experience using Jules or Windchill software
Excellent computer skills with the ability to quickly learn and use various software tools as needed
Experience with AS9100 Quality Management System (QMS)
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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