Additive Manufacturing Shift Lead — Spaceflight Ops

Blue Origin LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Education Support Program

Stock Options

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC in Seattle, WA is seeking a skilled supervisor to lead a team of technicians in additive manufacturing for launch vehicle hardware. You will mentor staff, ensure safety, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

The role emphasizes training, 5S, process documentation, and flawless part quality. Qualifications include an associate degree or equivalent manufacturing experience, 3+ years AM (or 4+ years aerospace), and U.S.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree (2 yr) in a relevant technical discipline or 4 years of hands-on manufacturing experience.
• 3+ years’ experience in additive manufacturing (AM) or 4+ years in related aerospace role.
• Strong emphasis on quality, attention to detail, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Supervise personnel, including training, mentoring, coaching, and performance monitoring.
• Lead safety initiatives and address safety concerns as they arise.
• Support recruitment and onboarding of new team members.
• Lead daily stand-up meetings and review safety, quality, and productivity trends.
• Develop training materials and conduct on‑the‑job training; ensure compliance.
• Lead 5S activities and optimize AM workflow for quality and throughput.
• Operate, maintain, and improve AM machines following standardized processes.
• Document processes, promote traceability, and report defects to engineering.
• Manage materials, consumables, and related purchasing activities; ensure PPE compliance.
• Identify JHA shortcomings and contribute to safety program enhancements.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Coaching

Education

Associate’s Degree (2 yr) in a relevant technical discipline

Job description

Blue Origin LLC in Seattle, WA is seeking a skilled supervisor to lead a team of technicians in additive manufacturing for launch vehicle hardware. You will mentor staff, ensure safety, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

The role emphasizes training, 5S, process documentation, and flawless part quality. Qualifications include an associate degree or equivalent manufacturing experience, 3+ years AM (or 4+ years aerospace), and U.S.