Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Welding, or Materials Engineering)
0-2 years of engineering experience
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel or similar tools for data analysis
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work on-site in a fabrication shop environment
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Responsibilities
Support quality for machined and welded components from first part verification through production
Review drawings, routers, work instructions, and inspection plans for clarity and alignment to requirements
Help perform and document first part verification as part of the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
Assist in assembling PPAP packages, including dimensional results and initial process capability studies
Support weld quality by reviewing Weld Procedure Specifications and assisting with visual weld inspection
Coordinate nondestructive testing (NDT) with qualified personnel and review results
Participate in root cause and corrective action investigations using various problem-solving methods
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
Paid parental leave and short/long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Stock options for all regular employees
Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays
Education Support Program
Full Job Description
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
We are looking for an early-career Quality Engineer to support our fabrication operations, covering precision machining and structural welding. This role is a strong fit for a recent graduate or early-career engineer who wants hands-on experience with hardware, and to help build quality processes in a growing operation.
Working with mentoring from senior quality engineers, you will partner with manufacturing engineers, machinists, welders, and inspectors to make sure fabricated parts meet drawing and specification requirements. You will learn the shop floor, solve real problems, and help put strong quality practices in place. Our quality management system is aligned to ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100.
Special Mentions
Relocation provided
Interviews will include a technical assessment
Kent, WA, Huntsville, AL, or FL
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Support quality for machined and welded components from first part verification through production
Review drawings, routers, work instructions, and inspection plans for clarity, inspectability, and alignment to requirements
Help perform and document first part verification on new or changed machined and welded parts as part of the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
Help assemble PPAP packages, including dimensional results, material and process records, measurement system analysis, and initial process capability studies
Support weld quality by reviewing Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and welder qualifications, and by assisting with visual weld inspection
Coordinate nondestructive testing (NDT), such as PT, MT, UT, and RT, with qualified personnel, and review the results
Help write nonconformance reports (NCRs), support NC dispositions, and keep records complete and traceable
Participate in root cause and corrective action (RCCA) investigations using 5 Whys, fishbone (Ishikawa), and 8D; track actions to verified closure
Help develop process flow diagrams, process FMEAs, and control plans for machining and welding processes
Collect and analyze quality data (defect trends, scrap, rework, first-pass yield, SPC) and present clear findings and recommendations
Support measurement activities, including gage selection, calibration status checks, CMM report review, and basic Gage R&R studies- Help write and improve procedures, forms, and work instructions, and support internal audits
Spend significant time on the shop floor, learning machining and welding processes firsthand and building strong relationships with production teams
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (e.g., Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Welding, or Materials Engineering, or a related field)
0-2 years of engineering experience
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings-
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel or similar tools for data analysis
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work on-site in a fabrication shop environment and wear required PPE (safety glasses, hearing protection, safety footwear)
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Preferred Qualifications
Internship or co-op in quality, manufacturing, machining, or welding engineering
Hands-on project team experience (e.g., Formula SAE, Baja SAE, robotics, or similar) that involved fabricating, machining, or welding hardware- Familiarity with GD&T per ASME Y14.5
Familiarity with welding processes (GTAW, GMAW, SMAW) and welding codes such as AWS D1.1, AWS D17.1, or ASME Section IX
Exposure to CNC machining processes and dimensional inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, height gages, CMM)
Coursework or exposure to statistics, SPC, or design of experiments; Six Sigma Green Belt training a plus
Familiarity with problem-solving methods such as 8D, A3, or FMEA
Familiarity with PPAP and APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) concepts
Exposure to ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 quality management systems
Experience with data tools such as Minitab, JMP, Power BI, or Python
Pursuit of or interest in AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certifications
Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $75,289.00 - $105,404.25
Other site ranges may differ
Benefits
Benefits include: 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%, and an Education Support Program.
Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.
About Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that develops rockets and spacecraft for commercial and government customers. The company's products include the New Shepard suborbital vehicle and the New Glenn orbital rocket. Blue Origin was founded in 2000 by Jeff Bezos and is headquartered in Kent, Washington.
