Machinist

BLUE ORIGIN • Seattle, WA

23d • $39 - $55 • Onsite

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. We are a 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 communications and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable manufacturing. 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.

Requirements

• 8+ years experience with 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC machining
• Experience machining one or more of the following materials: nickel-based stainless steel alloys (Inconel, Monel, etc.), Copper, Aluminum and/or Titanium
• Extensive experience with one or more of the following CNC machines: Mazak, Hass, DMG Mori, Mori Seiki, and/or Okuma
• Working knowledge of Fanuc, Siemens, Mazatrol or other CNC controls
• Excellent blue print reading skills including GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard
• Familiar with use of personal computers
• Ability to provide Design for Manufacturing feedback
• Must be able to work second shift, weekend shift, or weekend second shift.
• Must be physically able to climb ladders, stairs, work in small/restricted areas, and lift and carry 35 lbs.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion

Nice To Haves

• Tooling and fixture design.
• Vertical Turning Lathe (VTL) experience
• Outside processing knowledge including: heat treat, plating, coating, EDM, grinding, etc.
• CMM programming/operation experience
• CNC programming skills, preferably Mastercam X6 thru 2018
• Conversational programming on the machine
• Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts

Responsibilities

• Setup, operate and maintain world class, state of the art CNC machines to fabricate components for various spaceflight systems.
• Hands on programming, set up and machining of 3, 4 and 5 axis mills, multi axis lathes, and development of critical machining processes.
• Working with engineering to document and standardize production processes.
• Partner with leadership and engineering to prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals.
• Ensure product quality and conformance to engineering specifications.

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%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed