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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.
We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space communications and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable manufacturing. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.
As part of a hardworking team of Machinists, NC Programmers and Technicians you will setup, operate and maintain world class, state of the art CNC machines to fabricate components for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of CNC machining and fabrication. You will be responsible for setting up and operating a variety of CNC machines and equipment to produce accurate components enabling first article success on tight tolerance, high value parts.
Other responsibilities include:- Hands on programming, set up and machining of 3, 4 and 5 axis mills, multi axis lathes, and development of critical machining processes
- Working with engineering to document and standardize production processes
- Partner with leadership and engineering to prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals. This role will impact space flight programs and objectives!
- Ensure product quality and conformance to engineering specifications
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact manufacturability of system level components. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
Qualifications: - 8+ years experience with 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC machining
- Experience machining one or more of the following materials: nickel-based stainless steel alloys (Inconel, Monel, etc.), Copper, Aluminum and/or Titanium
- Extensive experience with one or more of the following CNC machines: Mazak, Hass, DMG Mori, Mori Seiki, and/or Okuma
- Working knowledge of Fanuc, Siemens, Mazatrol or other CNC controls
- Excellent blue print reading skills including GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard
- Familiar with use of personal computers
- Ability to provide Design for Manufacturing feedback
- Must be able to work second shift, weekend shift, or weekend second shift.
- Must be physically able to climb ladders, stairs, work in small/restricted areas, and lift and carry 35 lbs.
- Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
Desired: - Tooling and fixture design.
- Vertical Turning Lathe (VTL) experience
- Outside processing knowledge including: heat treat, plating, coating, EDM, grinding, etc.
- CMM programming/operation experience
- CNC programming skills, preferably Mastercam X6 thru 2018
- Conversational programming on the machine
- Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts
Base Pay Range for:
WA applicants is $39.34 - $55.07
Other site ranges may differCulture StatementDon't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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.
