Blue Origin · 18 hours ago
Aerospace Welder II - A Shift
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expBlue Origin is working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. The Aerospace Welder II role involves applying technical expertise and leadership skills to ensure quality in aerospace welding processes for safe human spaceflight.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
Self-sufficient, self-starter and driven
Experience in using automated welding equipment to include but not limited to Electron Beam, Mechanized TIG, Resistance Seam and Longitudinal Seam Welding
2+ years GTAW welding experience in an aerospace or precision manufacturing production environment
Metallurgical knowledge
Must be able to understand weld schedules that meet AWS D17.1 Class A inspections requirements
Experience GTAW welding Inconel, Stainless Steel, or Titanium
Ability to fabricate and use hand tools on an expert level
Must be able to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50lbs
Must be able to pass a written math test and a practical Weld Test (1F, 3F, 2G, 3G and 6G)
Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training
Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
Preferred
Some technical coursework and/or AA technical degree/equivalent
2+ years of aerospace GTAW experience
5S fundamental experience
Current GTAW certifications in accordance with AWS D17.1
Comfortable level of confidence in aerospace manufacturing specifications for large complex thick wall tubes, thin wall ducts, and welded assemblies
Ability to operate material handling equipment. (forklift, crane, hoist, man lift, etc.)
Work 1st or 2nd shift, as well as weekends and overtime, when necessary
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.
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
Recent News
2026-01-24
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