Machinist Programmer III

BLUE ORIGIN•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which supports manufacturing and supply chain across Blue Origin facilities. The Machinist Programmer III programs, sets up, operates, and maintains CNC machines to fabricate components for spaceflight systems. The role includes programming unique engine-component jobs from scratch in NX CAM and machining parts on complex multi-axis machines. The position supports all aspects of CNC machining and fabrication, with responsibility for producing accurate components and achieving first-article success on tight-tolerance, high-value parts. The team owns the entire Combustion Devices Machinery value stream for Blue Origin’s BE-7 engines. The position requires working B Shift, Monday through Thursday, 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

Requirements

7+ years of related CNC experience.
3+ years of experience with multi-axis machines.
5+ years of CNC CAM programming experience.
CNC programming skills, preferably using NX 10 through 2306 or Mastercam.
Experience with one or more of the following CNC machines: Mazak, Haas, DMG Mori, Mori Seiki, Hermle, G+F, and/or Okuma.
Working knowledge of Fanuc, Siemens, OSP, or other CNC controls.
Excellent blueprint-reading skills, including GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994.
Familiarity with personal computers.
Ability to provide Design for Manufacturing feedback.
Physical ability to climb ladders and stairs, work in small or restricted areas, and lift and carry 25 lbs.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

Tooling and fixture design experience.
Multi-axis turning experience.
Mill-turn experience.
Outside processing knowledge, including heat treat, brazing, EB/laser welding, EDM, and grinding.
CMM programming or operation experience.
Conversational programming on the machine.
Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts.

Responsibilities

Program unique engine-component jobs from scratch in NX CAM.
Set up, operate, and maintain CNC machines and related equipment.
Machine and fabricate accurate components for spaceflight systems, including tight-tolerance, high-value parts.
Support first-article success and contribute to all aspects of CNC machining and fabrication.
Provide Design for Manufacturing feedback.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and 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.
Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week.
Up to four weeks of paid time off 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 or other factors.