Sr - Thermal (Multiple Shifts)

Blue Origin•Space Coast, FL

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Blue Origin is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join its Operations team in Space Coast, Florida. The role supports manufacturing and supply chain operations and leads the design and implementation of efficient manufacturing systems, quality control, and production and supply-chain improvement. The engineer will work cross-functionally to streamline operations, reduce costs, improve production timelines, and advance manufacturing methods in support of Blue Origin’s aerospace work. The position supports industrialization of new products in areas including solar arrays, integration and test, avionics, and structures. The engineer translates requirements into repeatable manufacturing processes and develops manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, tool designs, and inspection plans. The role also evaluates manufacturing technologies, supports non-conformance investigations and corrective actions, and participates in process risk assessment and validation of production lines and equipment. The successful candidate will develop expertise in a specialty area such as solar arrays, integration and test, build flow and sequencing, avionics, or structures. The team is part of Lunar Mission Operations, which supports the development, assembly, testing, and preparation of the Transporter vehicle for lunar missions. Multiple positions are available. The role is based in Space Coast, Florida; relocation is available, and travel may be up to 10% for training and other support activities. The candidate must be able to work second shift and be flexible to move shifts as needed, with extended hours when required.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university; other relevant fields may apply.
At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or process engineering role.
At least 1 year of experience creating English work instructions.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Must be able to work second shift and be flexible to move shifts as needed.
Must be open to working extended hours if required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field.
Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification.
Familiarity with quality and safety standards such as AS9100 and ISO 9001.
Manufacturing engineering experience in aerospace or other high-reliability industries, with expertise in thermal systems, radiators, multi-layer insulation (MLI), thermal coatings, and fluid transport systems.
Proficiency in CAD and FEA-based analysis software for mechanisms and structural applications; Creo and ANSYS Workbench are preferred, as are FEMAP, NASTRAN, NX Advanced Simulation, and ProE Simulate/Mechanica experience.
Ability to perform detailed hand calculations, create freebody diagrams, and conduct complex FEM or structural analysis.
Strong expertise in DFM and DFA, including transition from development design to production.
Working knowledge of mechanical design and manufacturing fundamentals, including GD&T, tolerance and stack-up analysis, FMEA, and common manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, manual mills and lathes, welding, sheet metal, lifting and rigging, inspection, and assembly.
Hands-on experience assembling and integrating aerospace vehicles and subsystems, especially mechanisms, tubing, harnesses, tanks, and fluid systems.
Experience designing, building, and commissioning tooling and fixtures for manufacturing, assembly, or testing of mechanism components.
Familiarity with advanced metrology such as CMM and laser scanning, manufacturing automation, and digital work instructions.
Proficiency with PLM/PDM/MRP systems, including Windchill and Teamcenter.
Experience working with Bills of Materials (BOMs) and BOM reconciliation for complex mechanical assemblies.
Familiarity with industry standards related to mechanisms and structural work, such as ASME BTH-1, ACI 318, JSC-65289, and NASA SP-8077.
Ability to support requirements generation in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and assist with Interface Control Models (ICMs).
Hands-on experience working in cleanroom environments; ISO 8 is preferred.
Prior involvement in New Product Introduction (NPI) or transition to production.
Working knowledge of project management methodologies.
Ability to mentor and provide technical leadership to engineers and technicians.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an emphasis on collaboration and customer satisfaction.
Commitment to mission assurance, quality, attention to detail, and dedication.

Responsibilities

Support industrialization of new products in areas such as solar arrays, integration and test, avionics, and structures.
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 composites, precision machining, 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.
Identify and complete efficiency and cost-reduction opportunities.
Develop expertise in a key specialty area such as solar arrays, integration and test, build flow and sequencing, avionics, or structures.

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.
Paid time off of up to four weeks 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 and company results or other factors.