Blue Origin

Tube Shop Manufacturing Engineer

Blue Origin$75K — $105K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (similar degrees accepted)
  • 0-8 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering role, depending on level
  • Willingness to work extended hours when necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Translate engineering drawings and configurations into production-ready hardware.
  • Support the manufacturing floor with compliance and testing on the assembly.
  • Act as a liaison among design, test, manufacturing, and operations teams.
  • Create clear manufacturing work instructions for all production stages.
  • Investigate discrepancies and implement corrective actions effectively.
  • Propose engineering changes for product improvement based on in-build findings.
  • Conduct FMEA studies to enhance the design-to-production feedback loop.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including life insurance options.
  • Generous paid parental leave and short/long-term disability coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with a company match up to 5%, supporting your retirement savings.
  • Stock options available for all regular employees working at least 20 hours per week.
  • Up to four weeks of Paid Time Off annually plus 14 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.

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will translate engineering intent, drawings, and configurations into operational steps and processes to produce fully functional hardware at scale. Responsibilities include supporting builds, translating engineering definitions into manufacturing work instructions, and developing/qualifying new technology. Successful candidates will lead DFMA studies to strengthen the feedback loop between design, build, and test, accelerating product development.

If you share our vision, thrive in a dynamic startup environment, excel on integrated cross-functional teams of experienced and skilled individuals in several relevant technologies (even if perhaps not in the aerospace industry), continuously seek out opportunities to learn and improve, and do not allow title or job description to limit the depth or breadth of your contributions, then we would love to hear from you.

Position Specific Details:

  • Location:Kent WA

  • Relocation: Available

  • Travel expected up to 10% of the time

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Translate engineering intent, drawings, and configurations into fully functional hardware.

  • Support the manufacturing floor in assembly and integration, ensuring compliance with engineering requirements, discrepancy resolution, and component acceptance testing.

  • Perform in a hands-on engineering role and serve as a liaison between elements of design, test, manufacturing, and operations.

  • Develop manufacturing work instructions to clearly define the following manufacturing process: receiving inspection, fabrication, assembly, integration, test, and refurbishment.

  • Disposition and investigate root causes of discrepancies; implement preventative/corrective actions.

  • Create in-build redlines and recommend engineering changes to improve design.

  • Perform engineering drawing review and provide final approval for manufacturing.

  • Conduct Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) studies to strengthen the feedback loop between design, build, and test.

  • Drive Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFMA) across the product life cycle, and drive continuous improvements.

  • Ensure all work aligns with applicable quality and safety standards (AS9100, ISO 9001), supporting a safe and sustainable future in space.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply)

  • Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or process 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)

  • Open to work extended hours ifrequired.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior manufacturing engineering experience in aerospace or automotive.

  • Experience with fabrication processes, tube and duct manufacturing

  • Understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing including working knowledge of GD&T

  • Experience identifying tooling needs for production system.

  • 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)

  • Pro9cient in writing work instructions at a high pace.

  • Previous experience using MES and Windchill software.

  • Excellent computer skills with the ability to quickly learn and use various software tools as needed.

  • Experience with AS9100 Quality Management System (QMS).

  • Material Review Board (MRB) experience.


Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $75,289.00 - $105,404.25

Other site ranges may differ


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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2000

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