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.
Blue Origin is seeking an experienced Tooling Focused Manufacturing Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for driving the design, development, and optimization of innovative tooling solutions to support the production of our revolutionary space vehicles and systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, commission, and continuously improve specialized tooling for composite layup, bonding, assembly, and inspection processes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, materials, and production to ensure seamless integration of tooling with manufacturing workflows
- Analyze manufacturing data and recommend tooling enhancements to troubleshoot issues, reduce cycle times, and meet or exceed performance targets
- Develop and validate new tooling concepts, materials, and automation technologies to push the boundaries of what's possible
- Document tooling procedures, conduct training, and provide technical guidance to production technicians
- Stay abreast of the latest tooling innovations, equipment, and quality standards in the aerospace industry
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Industrial Engineering, or related technical field
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in advanced manufacturing tooling, preferably in the aerospace or high-performance industrial sectors
- Deep understanding of tooling design, fabrication, and metrology for composites, metallic, and additive manufacturing processes
- Expertise in statistical process control, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and data analysis skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
- Passion for space exploration and a drive to push the boundaries of what's possible
If you are an innovative, collaborative, and results-oriented Tooling Focused Manufacturing Engineer, we encourage you to apply to join the Blue Origin team. Together, we will redefine the future of space travel.
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.
