Technician-Foundry II

BLUE ORIGIN•Arlington, WA

8d•$28 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

As part of Blue Origin Operations, this role manufactures, assembles, and tests hardware for spaceflight systems. The Technician-Foundry II contributes to transforming how rockets are made and operated, working with a team across manufacturing and supply chain functions. The position requires a commitment to safety, detailed and repeatable work, and flexibility in a dynamic team environment. It may involve occasional travel, off-shift work, extended hours, and weekends when necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Experience in aerospace manufacturing, integration, or another relevant field will be considered.
Ability to work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment with changing roles and responsibilities.
Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures.
Basic computer skills, including Windows and Microsoft Office.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to climb ladders and stairs and work in small, restricted areas.
Ability to perform repetitive work, including lifting items weighing more than 50 pounds.
Ability to work off-shift, extended hours, overtime, and weekends when necessary.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

Industry certification, trade-school training, or a degree in a related field.
Military experience.
Experience handling large aerospace components.
Experience in a team-based Lean Manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Set up new production work areas, including layouts, tooling, and equipment.
Support off-shift operations.
Assist with the transition from development to production, including first articles.
Manufacture, assemble, and test mechanical, fluids, thermal protection system (TPS), composite, and electromechanical assemblies according to procedures, engineering models, drawings, and specifications.
Perform second-party verifications and inspect hardware against engineering models, drawings, specifications, and written procedures.
Diagnose and correct malfunctions through modification, rework, repair, or maintenance; perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Operate materials-handling equipment, including forklifts, overhead cranes, aerial lifts, flight-vehicle and subassembly transportation equipment, truck-trailer combinations, and other ground-support equipment as required.
Set up and operate precision calibrated tools, including torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, laser trackers, height gauges, and optical measuring instruments.
Support vehicle checkouts, such as fluid-line leak checks and full-vehicle power-on system checks.
Identify and implement continuous-improvement projects for area safety and efficiency.
Perform routine maintenance, including daily work-area cleanup to support 5S, FOD, and ESD practices.
Perform other duties as assigned or beneficial to fulfilling the mission and vision.

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, potential eligibility for benefits and bonuses tied to individual contributions, company results, or other factors; amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed.