Blue Origin · 15 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineer II
Blue Origin is a company focused on developing reusable and low-cost space vehicles for the benefit of Earth. The Manufacturing Engineer II role involves providing technical expertise and leadership in manufacturing processes, ensuring quality and efficiency in hardware production for space exploration.
National DefenseAerospaceManufacturingRenewable EnergyNational Security
Responsibilities
Develop manufacturing work instructions to clearly define fabrication, assembly, and integration processes
Manage quality, build sequence, and schedule for hardware manufacturing processes
Evaluate engineering changes and perform impact assessments, changes, reviews and approvals for manufacturing work products
Disposition non-conformance repair and rework activities
Design and maintain production tooling
Closely manage cost, quality, build sequence, and schedule of hardware throughout the entire manufacturing process
Support the manufacturing floor in assembly and installation, compliance to engineering requirements, discrepancy resolution, and component acceptance testing
Perform a hands-on engineering and liaison role between our design, test, and operations teams and our manufacturing customers
Investigate root causes, disposition vehicle discrepancies, and take ownership of preventative and corrective actions
Drive design for manufacturing and assembly (DfMA)
Qualification
Required
BS in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university
3 or more years direct manufacturing and manufacturing engineering experience
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment supporting constantly evolving design iterations
demonstrated ability in component fabrication, precision assembly, and testing using a variety of methods, techniques, and materials
Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures
Strong aptitude for mechanical system design and hands-on fabrication experience
Experience with designing, measuring, modifying, and monitoring processes
Comfortable working with computers and engineering software
Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels of the organization
Exceptional organizational, analytical, and project management skills, particularly in regard to attention to detail
Must be physically able to: Support production floor activities. Climb stairs and work in small areas. Lift and carry 40 lbs
Preferred
Aerospace/Launch vehicle experience
Broad experience in hardware manufacturing: welding, assembly, integration, instrumentation, cleaning, packaging, fabrication, machining, etc
General proficiency with CAD
Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems/Software and processes
Knowledge of fabrication processes, integration processes, systems engineering practices, test, quality, and configuration management systems
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
Familiar with applicable industry standards
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
Recent News
2026-02-05
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