CNC Machine Programmer (Advanced Manufacturing)

BLUE ORIGIN•West Melbourne, FL

About The Position

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations and supports manufacturing and supply chain across Blue Origin facilities. The CNC Machine Programmer develops and modifies NC programs for mills, lathes, and multi-axis machines producing spaceflight components. The position combines CAM programming for low-volume, highly unique aerospace components with machining those parts on large-scale multi-axis machines. Strong attention to design-for-manufacturing and new product introduction is important. The role involves producing accurate programs and setup sheets to support first-article success on tight-tolerance, high-value parts for spaceflight systems. The employee collaborates with engineering and other specialists to develop hardware, document and standardize processes, prioritize production work, and ensure product quality and safety. This pooling requisition covers multiple Advanced Manufacturing openings, ideally at levels 3 and 4, and offers A and B shifts. Relocation is provided.

Requirements

7 or more years of experience with 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machining.
7 or more years of experience with manual mills and lathes.
Full understanding of GD&T and the tools used to perform inspections.
Ability to thrive in a constantly evolving environment.
Ability to take on challenges with incomplete information and pivot to drive progress.
Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment.
Experience machining one or more of the following materials: nickel-based stainless-steel alloys such as Inconel or Monel, copper, aluminum, and/or titanium.
Extensive experience with one or more of the following CNC machines: Mazak, Haas, DMG Mori, Mori Seiki, and/or Okuma.
Working knowledge of Fanuc, Siemens, Mazatrol, or other CNC controls.
Excellent blueprint-reading skills, including GD&T per the current ASME Y14.5M standard.
Familiarity with personal computers.
Ability to provide Design for Manufacturing feedback.
Must be physically able to lift and carry 50 pounds.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as refugees or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

5 or more years of experience with NX Cam (highly preferred).
Experience machining vehicle-sized tooling.
Experience integrating metrology in-line with machining.
Experience machining nickel-based stainless-steel alloys, copper, or titanium.
Tooling and fixture design experience.
Knowledge of outside processing, including heat treat, plating, coating, EDM, and grinding.
CMM programming or operation experience.
Conversational programming on the machine.
Experience operating heavy-lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts.

Responsibilities

Develop hardware in parallel and in collaboration with Engineering.
Machine products from cradle to grave by evaluating and selecting work-holding and tooling, programming, setting up, machining, and inspecting parts, while communicating with design teams throughout the product life cycle.
Program, set up, and machine 3-, 4-, and 5-axis mills and multi-axis lathes, and develop critical machining processes.
Operate other equipment as required, including NC-controlled and manual equipment.
Work with engineering to document and standardize production processes.
Partner with leadership and engineering to prioritize work based on the production schedule and organizational goals.
Ensure product quality and conformance to engineering specifications.
Perform daily maintenance and regular cleaning of machinery and equipment.
Perform all tasks safely and responsibly.

Benefits

Relocation provided.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
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.
Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours per week.
Paid time off of up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours.
Up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Depending on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on individual contributions and company results or other factors.