Assembly & Integration Technician - D-shift

Blue Origin•Space Coast, FL

13d

About The Position

This is a frontline, hands-on aerospace technician role in Blue Origin Operations, focused on producing and assembling New Glenn tanks and other large-scale hardware for spaceflight systems. The technician will perform tank production and assembly work, including overhead crane moves of tooling and flight hardware, manual blending, operating tooling fixtures, precision drilling, and installing internal and external tank components. The role contributes to safe, repeatable spaceflight through careful execution of written procedures, quality work, and collaboration across teams. The D shift is scheduled Friday through Sunday, 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. Relocation is provided. The position requires the ability to support work on any shift, extended hours, and weekends. Applicants must meet the stated U.S. employment eligibility conditions under export control regulations and will undergo the applicable background check.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience for level II.
Experience using hand drills, power feed drills (PFD), track drills, and Jiffy/E-Tech tools.
Knowledge of proper drill speeds and feeds for the materials being worked.
Experience using drill jigs, bomb sites, and tools for hand placement of holes.
Understanding of hole angularity and the importance of quality hole tolerances.
Experience drilling through aluminum, titanium, Inconel, and composite stacks.
Experience applying sealants, adhesives, paints, and primers.
Experience in at least one of the following: fluids and tubing installation, instrumentation, electrical harness routing, or general aerospace/launch vehicle assembly.
Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures.
Ability to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, and work at heights on work stands and in lifts.
Ability to perform repetitive work, including lifting items up to 35 pounds; responsibilities also specify lifting items up to 50 pounds.
Overhead crane operator capability.
Basic digital literacy, including Windows and Microsoft Office.
Ability to support scheduled work on any shift, extended hours, and weekends.
U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Ability to complete the applicable background check.

Nice To Haves

Industry certification, trade school training, or a degree in a related field.
Demonstrated success as a hands-on technical leader.
Experience handling large aerospace components.
Experience assembling large, tight-tolerance structures.
Experience with new product introduction.
Experience in a team-based Lean Manufacturing environment.
Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification.
Military experience.

Responsibilities

Manufacture New Glenn tanks according to written procedures.
Interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures.
Set up and operate precision calibrated tools, including torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, and optical measuring instruments.
Perform overhead crane moves of tooling and flight hardware; operate material handling equipment, including forklifts, overhead cranes, aerial lifts, truck-trailer combinations, and other ground support equipment as required.
Conduct manual blending operations, operate tooling fixtures, perform precision drilling, and install internal and external tank components.
Work collaboratively with teams of diverse skills, fields, and backgrounds.
Communicate clearly and appropriately in writing and in person.
Perform second-party verifications and hardware inspections of engineering models, drawings, specifications, and written work instructions.
Follow clean-as-you-go techniques and maintain general cleanliness.
Climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, and perform repetitive work involving lifting items up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week
Employees may be eligible for bonuses depending on role type, job level, and other factors; bonus eligibility and amounts are not guaranteed