AM Process Engineer II

Blue Origin • Seattle, WA

68d • $89,176 - $124,846

About The Position

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! 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 part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, maintainers and engineers, you will help to enable new spaceflight designs by supporting the production of Metallic Additively Manufactured (AM) components. Our team uses process development, root cause and corrective action and continuous improvement to drive Blue Origin's bold mission! Our team achieves this by bringing new machines, materials, processing methods, and support equipment to a production state. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Requirements

• Experience working in a Production or Development Environment
• Experience authoring and developing manufacturing processes to improve end product
• Proven skills with troubleshooting of industrial processes or equipment using Root Cause Analysis methods
• Bachelor's or higher in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or related field
• Ability to support operations onsite in Kent, Washington and during off hours (if required) via phone or online tools
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships

Nice To Haves

• Experience with metallic or polymer 3D printing, welding or casting
• Experience with fabrication methods (ie. machining, sheet metal, carbon fiber manufacturing, riveting, heat treatment etc.)
• 2+ years of experience in aerospace, medical device manufacturing or a related field
• Experience with quality management (ie. AS9100 or ISO 9001)
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma training or certification

Responsibilities

• Understand the AM value stream from start to finish including printing, post processing, thermal processing, and inspection
• Research, onboard and production harden new processes and equipment to increase quality, efficiency, and reduce cost of the AM workcenter
• Conduct root cause investigation of issues with machines and manufacturing, and work with operations, maintenance, and outside vendors to implement solutions

Benefits

• 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%
• Education Support Program
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays
• Discretionary bonus designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees