Technical Specialist

Blue Origin•Grandview, MO

About The Position

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which includes Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance, and supports manufacturing and supply chain activities across Blue Origin facilities. The Technical Specialist provides tactical and technical support to Engineering, Production, and Manufacturing by designing, testing, checking out, modifying, fabricating, and assembling prototype electromechanical systems, experimental design assemblies, and specialized test equipment. Applications may include electronic circuits, wiring, and mechanical systems. The position works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts, and defined plans to conduct testing, checkout, and troubleshooting. It performs operational tests and fault isolation, assists in determining remedies for malfunctions, and supports the design, construction, testing, and checkout of test equipment. The role uses manufacturing, test, development, and diagnostic equipment, including test programs, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and specialized test apparatus. Relocation is provided. Travel is expected up to 10% of the time. The position is on day shift. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Requirements

High school diploma and 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing.
Working knowledge of basic manufacturing processes, such as machining, assembly, welding, and composites.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and bills of materials (BOMs).
Experience with hand tools, power tools, and precision measurement instruments, including calipers, micrometers, torque tools, and wire-harness fabrication.
Familiarity with data acquisition hardware and test instrumentation.
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.

Nice To Haves

Engineering Technology degree or a degree in a related discipline.

Responsibilities

Assist engineers in building and assembling prototypes, engineering development units (EDUs), and qualification hardware.
Assist engineers in conducting experiments, tests, and evaluations.
Assemble, install, and maintain mechanical, electrical, or electromechanical systems and components.
Perform diagnostic testing and troubleshooting on hardware, systems, or equipment.
Provide hands-on feedback on design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA), and support root cause analysis (RCA) and failure investigations.
Ensure work is performed and documented in compliance with applicable standards and procedures.
Support audits, design reviews, and test readiness reviews (TRRs) as required.
Perform testing, checkout, and troubleshooting from schematics, diagrams, descriptions, layouts, or defined plans.
Perform operational testing and fault isolation, assist in determining corrective actions for malfunctions, and assist with test-equipment design, construction, testing, and checkout.

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, company results, or other factors.