Blue Origin

Manufacturing Engineer

Blue Origin$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited institution.
  • 0-3 years of experience for Level 1, 3+ years for Level 2, 5+ for Level 3, and 8+ for Senior Manufacturing Engineer roles.
  • 1+ years of experience in writing work instructions.

Responsibilities

  • Design manufacturable systems to support reliable space vehicle production.
  • Translate engineering requirements into repeatable manufacturing processes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline operations and enhance production timelines.
  • Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including process flow diagrams and inspection plans.
  • Implement new manufacturing technologies and methods to improve efficiency.
  • Perform root cause analysis for manufacturing non-conformances and execute corrective actions.
  • Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards, supporting sustainable space exploration.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with life insurance.
  • Paid parental leave and short/long-term disability insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with company match up to 5%.
  • Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week.
  • Generous Paid Time Off of up to four weeks annually and 14 company-paid holidays.
Full Job Description

Application close date:

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.

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.

This role will lead the design and implementation of efficient manufacturing systems, ensure stringent quality control throughout production, andoptimizesupply chainlogisticsspecific to Production/Operations. The ideal candidate will be results-driven, skilled in resource management, and committed to high-quality standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance production timelines. Leveraging advanced technologies and methodologies, you will contribute to improving manufacturing techniques, ensuring Blue Origins continued innovation and excellence in aerospace engineering.

Position Specific Details:

  • Shifts:C |Fri-Sun (5am-5pm)
  • Location:Huntsville, AL
  • Relocation: Available

Key Responsibilities:

  • Contribute to design for manufacturability (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), design for test (DFT), key to building reliable vehicles for space exploration.
  • Translate engineering requirements into robust, repeatable manufacturing processes that support Blue Origins mission.
  • Collaborate closely with design engineering, quality assurance, supply chain, and production teams to accelerate building a road to space.
  • Develop andmaintainmanufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, tool designs, and inspection plans.
  • Evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies and methods (e.g., precision machining, welding, brazing, additive manufacturing, advanced assembly).
  • Support root cause analysis of process or product non-conformances; develop and implement corrective actions that enhance reliability and performance.
  • Ensure all work aligns with applicable quality and safety standards (AS9100, ISO 9001), supporting a safe and sustainable future in space.
  • Participate in process FMEAs, risk assessments, and validation of new production lines and equipment.
  • Apply emerging AI technologies alongside traditional manufacturing engineering tools to optimize processes, reduce cycle times, and improve first-time quality

Team Focus & Domain Expertise:

  • The Engines manufacturing team provides propulsion solutions for many internal programs and external customers. The Huntsville Engine Factory is responsible for rate production of our BE-4 and BE-3U engines which power the New Glenn vehicle. The factory leverages world-class machining assets and advance fabrication equipment to build and test engines that perform reliably in the most challenging environments. Our team takes pride in continuously improving cost, increasing throughput, and reducing cycle time to lower the cost of access to space.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university
  • Experience in a manufacturing engineering role: (0-3 years Level 1 Manufacturing Engineer, 3+ years Level 2 Manufacturing Engineer, 5+ years Level 3 Manufacturing Engineer, 8+ years Sr Manufacturing Engineer)
  • 1+ years of experience creating English work instructions

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in high-rate assembly lines for aerospace and/or automotive is preferred
  • Experience withat least one of the following manufacturing processes: machining, assembly, balancing rotating hardware, non-destructive test, precision clean
  • Understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing including working knowledge of GD&T
  • Basic tooling or fixture design and fabrication
  • Experience working with Bill-of-materials and BOM reconciliation
  • Strong organizational, project management, and presentation skills (Gantt charting, JIRA tickets, MS Project, Confluence, or similar)
  • Prior manufacturing engineering experience in aerospace or automotive

Culture Statement

Dont 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 youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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.


Export Control Regulations

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.


Background Check

  • Required for all positions: Blues 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, 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

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 companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results, or other factors at the companys 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.
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3,000 employees
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Founded
2000

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