Manufacturing Engineer - (B shift)

Blue Origin • Huntsville, AL

11h

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 looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! Special Mentions: Travel expected up to 10% of the time Relocation provided Shift: M-Thur (Noon-10:30PM)

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university.
• 2+ years of direct manufacturing and manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience with aircraft, spacecraft, launch vehicles, automotive or similar.
• Experience developing/starting new manufacturing processes.
• Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills (CAD, Scheduling, Issue Tracking, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to support scheduled work shift (we may rotate shifts occasionally) and work extended hours and weekends as required.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (or other relevant fields) from an accredited university.
• Experience identifying tooling needs for production system.
• Proficient in writing work instructions at a high pace.
• Experience with non-conformance documentation and resolution.
• Previous experience using Jules or Windchill software.
• Excellent computer skills with the ability to quickly learn and use various software tools as needed.
• Experience with AS9100 Quality Management System (QMS).
• Must be physically able to: Support production floor activities. Climb stairs and work in small areas. Lift and carry 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Translate engineering intent, drawings, and configurations into fully functional hardware.
• Define how to prepare hardware for test, qualification, and flight.
• Identify, develop, and deploy new manufacturing methods (or refine existing) to improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize build schedule.
• Conduct Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) studies to strengthen the feedback loop between design, build, and test.
• Design proper material handling and packaging to protect hardware throughout the build and test process.
• Develop manufacturing work instructions to clearly define the following manufacturing process: receiving inspection, fabrication, assembly, integration, test, and refurbishment.
• Create in-build redlines and recommend engineering changes to improve design.
• Closely manage cost, quality, build sequence, and schedule of hardware throughout the entire manufacturing process.
• Perform engineering drawing review and provide final approval for manufacturing.
• Lead Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) reviews.
• Develop process control measures and evaluation through statistical analysis.
• Disposition and support non-conformance repair and rework activities.
• Perform root cause analyses when non-conformances and escapes are identified and deploy corrective actions.
• Design, procure, install, and integrate custom manufacturing equipment.
• Interface with external suppliers and manufacturing partners to ensure that hardware and equipment is manufactured, processed, packaged, and delivered properly, on time, and on budget.
• Manage hardware configuration and maintain pedigree throughout the entire build and test process.

Benefits

• Benefits include: 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.
• 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: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees