Aerospace Welding - Rocket Engines

BLUE ORIGIN•Huntsville, AL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

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. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

Requirements

3+ years' experience with DC- and AC-TIG welding of metals including stainless steels, aluminum, Inconel alloys
Ability to interpret engineering drawings
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; and the ability to document and maintain accurate records
Ability to use precision hand tools, standard mechanical tools and fabrication shop equipment
Familiar with use of personal computers

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of AWS D17.1 aerospace welding specs
Familiarity with tube fabrication (bend, flare, fittings, etc.) and pressurized system safety
Knowledgeable in the use of 3-D CAD tools (CREO is preferred), and ability to read and interpret GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard
Knowledge of drawing review, scheduling and work order systems, inventory and various issue tracking systems
Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware
Machining experience
Crane Operator/Lift Coordinator Experience

Responsibilities

Perform manual TIG welding on aerospace-grade stainless steel, aluminum, and Inconel hardware using manual and/or automatic welding equipment
Execute weld preparation tasks including cutting, blending, chamfering, and cleaning of parts and assemblies to ensure proper fit and surface condition prior to welding
Support and prepare hardware for post-weld inspection processes such as dye penetrant testing and chemical treatments
Perform periodic maintenance on machines with complex pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
Accurately use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and Pi tape to verify dimensional conformance and weld quality
Interpret and work from engineering drawings and specifications to determine proper layouts, joint configurations, and welding sequences
Review, edit, and follow Work Instructions for welding and assembly operations, ensuring documentation accuracy and traceability
Design, support, and fabricate tooling and fixtures to support welding and assembly operations
Communicate with engineers on design concepts, offering practical suggestions and feedback for design improvements
Monitor and verify weld quality in accordance with statistical process controls or other established quality control procedures
Work safely and responsibly within an industrial manufacturing environment
Perform other duties as assigned
Overhead Crane operation