CNC Machine Programmer (A Shift)

Blue Origin LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Blue Origin in Huntsville, AL, seeks an experienced CNC programmer to develop Siemens NX Cam programs for mills, lathes, and multi-axis machines supporting engines spaceflight systems. Relocation is provided and shift A is available.

Candidates should have 15+ years hands-on manufacturing and 10+ years CNC programming with NX/UG or MasterCam, excellent GD&T reading, and experience with nickel-based alloys and aluminum. Relocation provided, apply today.

Qualifications

• 15+ years hands-on manufacturing experience
• 10+ years CNC programming with NX/UG or MasterCam
• Excellent blueprint reading with GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994
• Tools/fixture design
• Set-up sheet creation
• Cutter selection and design
• Experience with nickel-based alloys and aluminum
• Fluent with precision hand tools and PCs

Responsibilities

• Develop machining strategies from design data to produced hardware
• Create manufacturing programs in Siemens NX Cam for Mills/Lathes/Multi-Axis machines
• Design fixtures and tools as needed
• Develop set-up sheets and document processes
• Coordinate with designers and machinists; provide manufacturability feedback
• Estimate machine time and make buy decisions when needed
• Maintain configuration control on files and job records

Skills

CNC programming

NX Cam

Machining

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Set-up sheets

Cutter selection

Manufacturing prioritization

Education

15+ years hands-on manufacturing experience

Tools

NX Cam

Mastercam

Unigraphics (UG)

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. As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers (use as appropriate), you will develop programs for CNC machines to support our Engines spaceflight systems development. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. This is a pure programming position using Siemens NX Cam. While knowledge and experience operating machines isn't required in this role, experience with machining is required.

Special Mentions: Relocation provided. Multiple positions available. Shifts available: A Shift (Mon-Thu 5am-3:30pm)

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Development of machining strategy to take design data and produce machined hardware.
• Develop manufacturing programs in Siemens NX Cam for Mills/Lathes/Multi Axis Mills and Multi Axis Lathes/VTLs
• Concept manufacturing plans
• Design custom tools and fixtures as needed.
• Develop set-up sheets.
• Communicate with designers and machinists.
• Design for manufacture feedback
• Make-buy decision support + machine time estimates.
• Process improvement (both machining actual inputs and administrative process changes)
• Maintain configuration control on files and job records.
• Safely working within an industrial environment
• Material sizing.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space!
• Minimum 15 years of hands‑on manufacturing experience.
• Minimum 10 years in CNC programming with NX/UG or MasterCam
• Excellent blueprint reading skills including GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard.
• Tools fixture design
• Set‑up sheet creation
• Determining initial feeds and speeds
• Cutter selection and when needed cutter design.
• 5 years of machining experience and working with hardened metals
• Design for manufacture experience
• Excellent Communication
• Must have Nickel based alloys and Aluminum experience.
• Fluent in use of precision hand tools and familiar with use of personal computers
• Individual must be self‑motivating to prioritize work to meet project completion dates.

Preferred Qualifications:

• NX experience preferred.
• Nickel based alloys, copper, Ti experience.
• Vericut or other program verification software experience
• Ability to support off shifts.
• Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware.
• CMM programming/operation
• Setup and operate CNC machines.

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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.

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.

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We’re committed to building the road to space so our children can build the future.

We are a mission-driven company focused on ideas and innovation, and encourage fresh perspectives from bold voices.

At Blue, our team is building the future as their unique selves.

Thank you for your interest in working at Blue Origin!

Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth.

In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space.

Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there.

At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable.