Fluid Fabrication Technician

BLUE ORIGIN•West Melbourne, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth. As part of a hardworking team of diverse Fabricators, and Engineers, you will fabricate/weld hardware for various fluid systems supporting fabrication, install, maintain, and troubleshoot ground support equipment (GSE), including pumps, tanks, valves, and fluid system plumbing supporting LOX pads, fuel pads, and facility systems. The Fabrication Technician (Fluid Systems) supports the development, operation, and maintenance of ground support equipment (GSE) and fluid system infrastructure. This role is responsible for fabrication, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of systems supporting liquid oxygen (LOX), fuel operations, and related pad buildout/test facility equipment. This role involves working from engineering blueprints to create tubing/piping systems, and customized pneumatic panels supporting field installs. The position requires adaptability, as priorities often shift rapidly to meet tight mission-critical timelines. This position will report to the production manager and directly supports our manufacturing integration teams.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience with pressurized, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems
Ability to work nights and weekends as needed to support testing and operational milestones
Ability to lift-up to 50 lbs. (assisted as needed) performing physically demanding tasks, including standing, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and working in confined spaces
Willingness to work in extreme outdoor conditions (heat, cold, rain)
Ability to work in environments with exposure to noise, fumes, and odors
Ability to work at heights up to 150 feet
Ability to travel up to 20% as required
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.

Nice To Haves

Some technical coursework and/or AA technical degree/equivalent
Orbital Tube Welding (OTW) experience is a plus
Experience in aerospace, military, or other high-reliability environments
Direct experience with ground support equipment (GSE) in aerospace or similar industries
Strong mechanical aptitude with experience using hand tools, power tools, and general shop equipment
Proven problem-solving ability in fast-paced, high-consequence environments
Knowledge of vacuum systems, hydraulic systems, and pumps
Experience performing vacuum leak testing per ASME standards
Familiarity with fluid system fittings (e.g., NPT, AN)
Experience with precision tube bending and fabrication
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and P&IDs (piping and instrumentation diagrams)
Understanding of hazardous systems, including cryogenic, flammable, hypergolic, and pyrophoric materials
Knowledge of high-pressure system design, operation, and safety practices

Responsibilities

Fabricate/weld hardware for various fluid systems
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot ground support equipment (GSE), including pumps, tanks, valves, and fluid system plumbing supporting LOX pads, fuel pads, and facility systems
Support the development, operation, and maintenance of ground support equipment (GSE) and fluid system infrastructure
Fabrication, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of systems supporting liquid oxygen (LOX), fuel operations, and related pad buildout/test facility equipment
Work from engineering blueprints to create tubing/piping systems, and customized pneumatic panels supporting field installs
Operate and maintain high-pressure systems, pumps, pneumatic components, and associated equipment
Fabricate, modify, and repair GSE hardware and related mechanical systems
Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of equipment and instrumentation
Collaborate with design engineers to support development and documentation of GSE systems and processes
Ensure all materials and systems meet Clean for Oxygen Service standards
Support construction and maintenance of LOX and fuel farms, including associated infrastructure
Follow all applicable safety, quality, and regulatory standards (OSHA, EPA, NIOSH, NFPA, ASME, NEC, and company procedures)
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reliability of testing operations
Support vehicle, launch pad, and development program activities as required
Maintain required licenses, certifications, and operator permits