Technician-Foundry II

Blue Origin•Arlington, WA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As part of Blue Origin Operations, this role supports manufacturing and supply chain operations across Blue Origin facilities. The technician manufactures, assembles, and tests hardware for spaceflight systems, contributing to safe, repeatable spaceflight and the development of reusable, low-cost space vehicles and systems. The position works on a small, cross-functional team and may contribute beyond the scope of a narrowly defined job description. It includes setting up production work areas, supporting the transition from development to production, and working with a range of mechanical, fluid, thermal protection system (TPS), composite, and electromechanical hardware. The role requires close attention to safety and detail, the ability to follow engineering documentation and written procedures, and work in a fast-paced environment with changing responsibilities. Off-shift work, extended hours, overtime, weekends, and occasional travel may be required. Applicants must meet the stated U.S. work eligibility requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Experience in aerospace manufacturing, integration, or another relevant field; all such experience 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 rapidly 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 in the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

Industry certification, trade school training, and/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 shifts.
Assist with the transition from development to production, including first articles.
Manufacture, assemble, and test mechanical, fluids, TPS, composite, and electromechanical assemblies according to procedures, engineering models, drawings, and specifications.
Perform second-party verifications and hardware inspections against engineering models, drawings, specifications, and 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, vehicle and subassembly transportation equipment, truck-trailer combinations, and other ground support equipment as required.
Set up and operate calibrated precision tools and measuring instruments, including torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, laser trackers, height gauges, and optical measuring instruments.
Support vehicle checkouts, including fluid-line leak checks and full-vehicle power-on system checks.
Identify and implement continuous-improvement projects to improve area safety and efficiency.
Perform routine maintenance functions, 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 coverage.
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 or other factors; bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and may change or be cancelled.