Additive Manufacturing Post Processing Technician D Shift

Blue Origin LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 51,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Stock options (eligible)

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC in Washington state seeks an Additive Manufacturing technician to perform post-processing on printed parts and ensure high quality. You will work with grinders, drills, cut-off wheels, and inspection tools to identify defects and maintain safety standards.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, willingness to cross-train, and commitment to safe human spaceflight. This is a full-time on-site position supporting Blue Origin's spaceflight initiatives.

Qualifications

• 1+ years hands-on experience with spacecraft/aircraft/automotive parts or equivalent.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform part post-processing for additively manufactured components.
• Support powder removal and support removal with meticulous attention to defects.
• Maintain PPE usage, inspect with measuring tools, and ensure safe practices.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Attention to detail

Safety practices

Reading prints/3D models

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Height Gage

Scriber

Calipers

Micrometers

Profilometer

Job description

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. 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 a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As part of a hardworking team of Additive Manufacturing professionals, you will perform part post processing on all printed parts. This position requires a knowledge of hand tools such as grinders, hand drills, cut-off wheels, saws and you should be able to demonstrate your level of competence of use with them. You will also have to show understanding of safe working practices in support for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of Additively Manufactured spaceflight and supporting hardware, continuous improvement, and process development.

This position has two main areas that you will be required to support during your shift: Powder removal and Support removal. All of these tasks take a meticulous attention-to-detail, so that we can help identify part defects such as cracks, geometric anomalies and missing features related to the Additive Manufacturing build process. Working in this area you will need working knowledge of inspection and measuring tools such as Height Gage, Scriber, Calipers, Micrometers, and Profilometer.

You will be required to maintain and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and proactively identify any related shortcomings, identify job hazard analysis (JHA) shortcomings and aid in their authorship. You will need to perform general maintenance on equipment in area and be open to Cross training in other Additive Manufacturing work centers as needed. 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!

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of hands-on experience working on parts related to spacecraft, airplanes, cars/trucks, or equivalent.
• Minimum of a High School diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated attitude of world-class quality, attention to detail, and dedication.
• Demonstrated record of accomplishment of resourcefulness from their previous assignments.
• Ability to support your shift and overtime as necessary.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• 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.

Desired:

• 2+ years using hand tools that required fine detailed work.
• Proven ability to read / work through prints & 3D models.
• Mechanical aptitude for resolving issues as they arise.
• 2+ years steady work experience.

Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $24.74 - $34.63 Other site ranges may differ

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin 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.

Background Check Required for all positions:

Blue’s Standard Background Check Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical.

Benefits

• 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.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• 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. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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