Launch Ops Manufacturing Engineer III

Blue Origin; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin in Space Coast, FL seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to lead the design and implementation of efficient manufacturing systems, ensure stringent quality control, and optimize production timelines.

You will collaborate with design, quality assurance, supply chain, and production teams to translate requirements into robust, repeatable processes and advance manufacturing technologies.

Relocation is available as needed to support space exploration programs.

Responsibilities

• Support the industrialization of new products across solar arrays, integration and test, avionics, and structures.
• Contribute to DFM, DFA, DFT to build reliable space vehicles.
• Translate engineering requirements into robust manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with design, quality, supply chain and production teams to accelerate build.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation and inspection plans.
• Evaluate new manufacturing technologies and methods.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality standards.

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 seeking dynamic Manufacturing Engineers to join our Operations team at Blue Origin. This role will lead the design and implementation of efficient manufacturing systems, ensure stringent quality control throughout production, and optimize supply chain logistics specific to Production/Operations. The ideal candidate will be results-driven, skilled in resource management, and committed to high-quality standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance production timelines. Leveraging advanced technologies and methodologies, you will contribute to improving manufacturing techniques, ensuring Blue Origin's continued innovation and excellence in aerospace engineering.

Position Specific Details:
Shifts: A | Mon-Thurs (6am-4:30pm), B | Mon-Thurs (2pm-12:30am), C | Fri-Sun (6am-6:30pm), D | Fri-Sun (6pm - 6:30am)
Location: Space Coast, FL
Relocation: Available

Key Responsibilities:
Support the industrialization of new products in areas such as solar arrays, integration and test, avionics, and structures.
Contribute to design for manufacturability (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), design for test (DFT), key to building reliable vehicles for space exploration.
Translate engineering requirements into robust, repeatable manufacturing processes that support Blue Origin's mission.
Collaborate closely with design engineering, quality assurance, supply chain, and production teams to accelerate building a road to space.
Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, tool designs, and inspection plans.
Evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies and methods (e.g., composites, precision machining, additive manufacturing, advanced assembly).
Support root cause analysis of process or product non-conformances; develop and implement corrective actions that enhance reliability and performance.
Ensure all work aligns with applicable quality and safety standards (AS9100, ISO 9001), supporting a safe and sustainable future in space.
Participate in process FMEAs, risk assessments, and validation of new production lines and equipment.<