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Blue Origin · 22 hours ago

Aerospace Welder II - C Shift

Huntsville, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Blue Origin is working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. The Aerospace Welder II will apply their technical expertise and leadership skills to positively impact safe human spaceflight, focusing on manufacturing and supply chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

National DefenseAerospaceManufacturingRenewable EnergyNational Security

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Apply technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality in aerospace welding operations

Utilize automated welding equipment including Electron Beam, Mechanized TIG, Resistance Seam, and Longitudinal Seam Welding

Understand weld schedules that meet AWS D17.1 Class A inspections requirements

Fabricate and use hand tools on an expert level

Work shifts as required, including weekends and overtime

Qualification

GTAW welding experienceAutomated welding equipmentMetallurgical knowledgeAWS D17.1 ClassGTAW certificationsFabrication skillsLift 50lbsMaterial handling equipmentTechnical coursework5S fundamental experienceSelf-starter

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)

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

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Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.

Founded in 2000

Kent, Washington, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.blueorigin.com

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Total Funding

$185.35M

Key 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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