Manufacturing Engineer - HSV Multi-Mission Services

Blue Origin•Huntsville, AL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations and supports manufacturing across Blue Origin facilities. The Manufacturing Engineer supports the design and implementation of efficient manufacturing systems, quality control throughout production, and supply-chain logistics for production and operations. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve production timelines, using manufacturing technologies and methods to advance aerospace engineering. The position is on the C shift, Friday through Sunday, in Huntsville, Alabama. The Engines manufacturing team provides propulsion solutions for internal programs and external customers. The Huntsville Engine Factory uses machining assets and fabrication equipment to build and test engines. The team focuses on improving cost, increasing throughput, and reducing cycle time. Blue Origin describes its mission as developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems, within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Applicants must meet the stated export-control eligibility requirements. Background checks and other checks may apply depending on the role profile.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering, or another relevant field, from an accredited university.
Manufacturing engineering experience: 0–3 years for Level 1, 3+ years for Level 2, 5+ years for Level 3, or 8+ years for Senior Manufacturing Engineer.
At least 1 year of experience creating English work instructions.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

Experience with high-rate aerospace and/or automotive assembly lines.
Experience with at least one manufacturing process: machining, assembly, tube bending and fabrication, non-destructive testing, or precision cleaning.
Understanding of mechanical design and manufacturing fundamentals, including working knowledge of GD&T.
Tooling or fixture design and fabrication experience.
Experience with bills of materials and BOM reconciliation.
Strong organizational, project management, and presentation skills, including familiarity with Gantt charting, JIRA, MS Project, Confluence, or similar tools.
Prior manufacturing engineering experience in aerospace or automotive.

Responsibilities

Contribute to design for manufacturability (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), and design for test (DFT).
Translate engineering requirements into robust, repeatable manufacturing processes.
Collaborate with design engineering, quality assurance, supply chain, and production teams.
Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, tool designs, and inspection plans.
Evaluate and implement manufacturing technologies and methods, including precision machining, welding, brazing, additive manufacturing, and advanced assembly.
Support root cause analysis of process or product non-conformances and develop and implement corrective actions.
Ensure work aligns with applicable quality and safety standards, including AS9100 and ISO 9001.
Participate in process FMEAs, risk assessments, and validation of new production lines and equipment.
Apply emerging AI technologies and traditional manufacturing engineering tools to optimize processes, reduce cycle times, and improve first-time quality.

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 company discretion.