Aerospace Composites Technician – Spaceflight Manufacturing

Blue Origin LLC; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Stock options

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Composites Technician to manufacture and assemble hardware for the New Glenn launch vehicle. You will perform composite layups, operate aerospace manufacturing equipment, and support the transition from development to production while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires hands-on, cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic production environment with opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge spaceflight hardware and continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing or related field with multiple technician levels.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications accurately.
• Expertise in AFP/ATL, lamination, OoA oven curing, tooling, NDE, trimming/drilling/routing/machining, robotics, bonding, and production control systems.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture, assemble, and test New Glenn Fairings according to procedures.
• Perform composite layup: carbon prepreg, carbon fibers, fiberglass, hand layup.
• Operate or support AFP machines, ovens, robotics, inspection equipment.
• Set up new production work areas with tooling and equipment for efficient flow.
• Use calibrated tools to maintain safety and quality standards.
• Identify and implement safety and efficiency improvements; support production transition.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas following 5S.

Skills

interpret drawings

precision measurement

cross-functional teamwork

safety compliance

digital tools

reading blueprints

MS Office

Education

Trade school / industry certification

related degree

Tools

Siemens 840D

G-code familiarity

AFP/ATL equipment

Torque wrenches

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a Composites Technician to manufacture and assemble hardware for the New Glenn launch vehicle. You will perform composite layups, operate aerospace manufacturing equipment, and support the transition from development to production while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires hands-on, cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic production environment with opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge spaceflight hardware and continuous process improvements.