Technician - Composites

BLUE ORIGIN•West Melbourne, FL

6d•Onsite

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. This is a frontline, hands-on-hardware, Payload Fairing production Technician role. We are looking for Technicians to perform composite layup such as: carbon pre-preg, carbon fibers, fiberglass, and hand layup. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of transforming the way rockets are made and operated. If you share our passions and vision, thrive in a dynamic startup environment, excel on integrated cross-functional teams of individuals, are experienced and skilled in several relevant technologies (even if perhaps not in the aerospace industry), continuously seek out opportunities to learn and improve, and do not allow title or job description to limit the depth or breadth of your contributions, then we would love to hear from you.

Requirements

Experience with aerospace manufacturing, integration, or another related field: (0-3 years Level I Technician, 3+ Level II Technician, 5+ Level III Technician, 8+ Sr Level Technician).
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications accurately.
Expertise in one or more of the following: automated fiber placement (AFP) and tape laying (ATL), lamination, large out-of-autoclave (OoA) oven curing, tooling, nondestructive evaluation, trimming/drilling/routing/machining, robotics, bonding, and production control systems.
Experience with precision calibration tools including torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, laser tracker, and optical measuring instruments.
Ability to lift 50lbs and comfortable working at heights (work stands, ladders, lifts) and/or in confined spaces.
Expertise in various applications, including adhesives, sealants, and thermal blankets.
Proficiency in digital tools, including Windows and Microsoft Office applications.
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.

Nice To Haves

Industry certification, trade school training and/or degree in related field.
Siemens 840D controller experience, G- and M-code familiarity.
Understanding of equipment maintenance and diagnostic principles and failure root cause and corrective action (RCCA).
Knowledge of precision assembly processes and handling large aerospace components.
Strong technical and leadership skills with a keen attention to detail, essential for leading teams in complex integration tasks.
Effective communication and collaboration skills in various teams to foster a positive work environment.
Continuous improvement mindset and curiosity for optimizing processes, driving innovation.
Willingness to work overtime.

Responsibilities

Manufacture, assemble, and test New Glenn Fairings according to written procedures.
Perform Composite layup such as: Carbon Pre-Preg, Carbon fibers, Fiberglass, and Hand Layup.
Operate or support large, specialized equipment such as Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) machines, large ovens, robotic inspection, or trim and drill equipment.
Configure new production work areas with the necessary tooling and equipment to ensure efficient workflow and minimize any potential delays during the transition to high-rate manufacturing.
Operate precision calibrated tools (torque wrenches, micrometers, etc.) to maintain high safety and quality standards.
Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for safety and efficiency, enhancing overall productivity.
Drive the transition from development to production, proactively performing troubleshooting and maintenance as needed.
Maintain clean and organized work areas following 5S principles to promote safety and operational efficiency.