Manufacturing Engineer II, III

Blue Origin•Lancaster, CA

15h

About The Position

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which supports manufacturing and supply chain activities across Blue Origin facilities. As a member of a small, agile engine test team, the Manufacturing Engineer provides manufacturing engineering support for rocket-engine component development and acceptance test campaigns. The work includes developing and releasing work instructions, managing test plans, tracking hardware configuration and inventory, and documenting non-conformances to help test campaigns proceed safely and efficiently. The role also develops improved methods, tooling, and systems to increase test cadence and reliability; defines and supports test-article maintenance, inspection, and repair; provides technical direction to on-site technicians; and works with design engineering, test operations, supply chain, and manufacturing partners. Contributions support the development, qualification, and flight of Blue Origin rocket engines.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering, or another relevant field, from an accredited university.
At least 3 years of applicable experience.
Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing.
Hands-on hardware-manufacturing experience, such as maintenance, assembly and integration, instrumentation, cleaning, leak testing, final acceptance testing of integrated hardware, fabrication and machining, or manufacturing execution systems/software.
Successful track record of completing testing or manufacturing projects.
Strong written, interpersonal, technical, and software skills, including CAD, scheduling, issue tracking, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels of an organization.
Must be eligible and able to gain access to the Air Force Research Laboratory located within Edwards Air Force Base.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as refugees or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in engineering.
At least 5 years of applicable experience.
Aerospace or propulsion testing experience.
Experience with pressurized fluid systems.
Familiarity with AS9100 or similar quality management systems.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage work instructions and test plans for daily test operations, test-article maintenance, and other test-related activities.
Provide technical direction to technicians performing hardware removal, replacement, and other hands-on activities.
Provide general test and hardware assistance, including support for test setup.
Define and support test-article maintenance, inspection, repair, and rework activities between and during test campaigns.
Manage hardware configuration and maintain hardware pedigree throughout the test process.
Ensure hardware is available for upcoming and recurring test activities, including helping develop and maintain critical-spares lists.
Review, evaluate, and disposition non-conformances; develop recovery strategies for escapes, perform root-cause analyses, and execute corrective actions.
Research and develop improved methods, tooling, and systems to increase test cadence and reliability.
Drive improvements in tooling, safety, and quality associated with build and test processes.
Interface with manufacturing partners to ensure hardware and equipment are manufactured, processed, packaged, and delivered properly, on time, and on budget.
Review engineering drawings and provide feedback to design and manufacturing teams.
Apply engineering fundamentals and manufacturing knowledge to troubleshoot operational issues.
Support cost, quality, and schedule management of hardware throughout the test process.

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.