Technician - Assembly & Integration II

BLUE ORIGIN•Huntsville, AL

22h

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! As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will provide tactical and technical support to Engineering/Production/Manufacturing by performing activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication, and assembly of prototype electro/mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment. Applications may include electronic circuits, photonics and logic systems. Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and trouble-shooting functions. Performs operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment. Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions. Assists in the design, construction, test and check-out of test equipment. Uses manufacturing, test, development or diagnostic equipment, including, but not limited to, test programs, oscilloscopes, signal generators and specialized test apparatus. Special Mentions: Relocation provided Shifts available: This position will require shift flexibility to align with changes in business need. Shift schedules are outlined below: A Shift: Monday-Thursday 5:00AM-3:30PM B Shift: Monday-Thursday 3:00PM-1:30AM C Shift: Friday-Sunday 5:00AM-5:30PM D Shift: Friday-Sunday 5:00PM-5:30AM Multiple positions available

Requirements

2+ years of direct valve, turbomachinery, or engine assembly experience
Mastery of precision and tight tolerance assembly
Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings
Extensive experience reading and understanding specification and detailed work instructions
Proven experience and successful track record developing new processes
Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills (CAD, Scheduling, Issue Tracking, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)
Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels of the organization
Climb ladders and stairs
Lift and carry 50 lbs. for limited durations
Work schedule may vary and depend on hardware and testing
Remain flexible by working overtime and weekends (when necessary)
Able and willing to travel for the first 6-12 months for training.

Responsibilities

Precision assembly of rocket engine components: combustion devices, valves, turbomachinery, avionics, test
Root cause and diagnostic component disassembly, repair, and work
Hydraulic testing for valve actuation
Nitrogen and Helium leak testing
Preparation for environmental testing
Hydro proof structural testing of components
Detailed component inspection to tolerances of 0.0001in
Creating and maintaining strict cleanliness requirements (liquid/gaseous oxygen compatibility)
Support the design, procurement, installation, and integration of custom manufacturing and test equipment
Help maintain inventory of tooling and equipment
Safely work with hazardous systems, chemicals, and high-pressure operations
Define how to prepare hardware for test, qualification, and flight
Identify, develop, and deploy new manufacturing methods (or refine existing) to improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize build schedule
Support DFMA and PFMEA studies to strengthen the feedback loop between design, build and test
Support the development of manufacturing work instructions to clearly define the following manufacturing processes: receiving inspection, fabrication, assembly, test, and integration, and refurbishment
Identify non-conformances and escapes, support and deploy corrective actions

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.

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