Orbital Tube Welder - D Shift

BLUE ORIGIN • West Melbourne, FL

2d

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!

Requirements

• 3+ years of orbital welding experience
• 3+ years experience in aerospace or related fields
• Experience with AWS D17.1 and or similar fusion welding or orbital tube welding specifications.
• Ability to use standard mechanical tools, fabrication shop equipment (band saw, chop saw, grinders, drills, etc.)
• Capable of using precision tools to accurately measure tight tolerances (calipers, height gauge, scales, etc.)
• Ability to read and understand aerospace 2D/3D drawings
• Experience with various thin wall alloys (316 SS, Inco 625, CRES 21-6-9, Monel, Titanium)
• Ability to take initiative and maintain a bias for action, be a self-starter
• Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
• Background Check Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and install hydraulic, pneumatic and propellant tubing
• Work with engineers to review design concepts, provide feedback for ease of assembly, and support development tests
• Review, edit and follow work instructions for assembly tasks
• Plan and communicate assembly steps for complex mechanical installations
• Safely work with hazardous systems, containing chemicals and/or high pressure
• Be able to hand fit and tack weld parts together with TIG welding as required
• Work with design engineers to help recommend tooling designs needed to fixture parts for welding
• Ability to visually inspect welds and verify quality utilizing borescopes and other inspection methods
• Develop weld schedules for various systems and components
• Setup, operate, and maintain orbital tube welding equipment
• Cut and prepare all tubing and fittings used in welding operation
• Maintain a clean work environment

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.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

What This Job Offers

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