Launch Ops Manufacturing Engineer III

Blue Origin Personnel, LLC; United States; Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Blue Origin is seeking a Launch Ops Manufacturing Engineer to lead design and deployment of efficient manufacturing systems and ensure quality control across Production/Operations. You will work with cross-functional teams to improve timelines and reduce costs in aerospace manufacturing.

The role focuses on process development, DFx, and continuous improvement within high-rate production environments on the Space Coast. Relocation available for qualified candidates.

Formación

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university.
• Experience levels in manufacturing/industrial/process engineering.
• 0-3 years Level I Engineer; 3+ Level II; 5+ Level III; 8+ SR.

Responsabilidades

• Support the industrialization of new products across solar arrays, integration and test, avionics, and structures.
• Translate engineering requirements into robust manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with design engineering, quality, supply chain, and production teams.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation and inspection plans.
• Evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies and methods.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for non-conformances.
• Ensure work aligns with AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Participate in process FMEAs, risk assessments, and validation of lines.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency gains and cost reduction.
• Gain expertise in one key specialty area and deepen impact.

Conocimientos

Second shift flexibility

Manufacturing process

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Educación

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering

Herramientas

GD&T

BOM reconciliation

Lean manufacturing

A9100 quality standards

Descripción del empleo

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.
• Identify and complete opportunities for efficiency gains and cost reduction, optimizing our ability to achieve our mission at scale.
• Gain expertise in at least one key specialty area (solar arrays, integration and test, build flow/sequencing, avionics, structures, etc.), with the desire to deepen expertise and broaden impact.

Team Focus & Domain Expertise

As a Launch Ops Manufacturing Engineer, you'll help drive the rate and reliability of New Glenn's critical launch infrastructure - including our massive Transporter/Erector, LC-36 Launch Pad, Mobile Test Stand, and specialized test facilities. This team doesn't just maintain hardware; we continuously reinvent it to enable a step-change in launch cadence and reliability. You'll bring (and grow) technical depth in one or more of: cryogenics, pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical systems and large structures, electronics and transducers, PLCs, and/or software. Your curiosity and ability to quickly learn across disciplines will be your superpower as you become a true subject matter expert on your systems and use that insight to drive meaningful innovation. Safety excellence is our foundation. You'll apply safety-by-design thinking to complex, high-energy systems while pushing reliability higher and operations faster, helping transform New Glenn infrastructure to support dozens of launches per year.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university
• Experience Levels with manufacturing, industrial, or process engineering. (0-3 years Level I Engineer, 3+ Level II Engineer, 5+ Level III Engineer, 8+ SR Level Engineer)
• 1+ years of experience creating English work instructions
• Must be able to work second shift and have flexibility to move shifts as needed.
• Open to work extended hours if required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in high-rate assembly lines for aerospace and/or automotive is preferred
• Understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing including working knowledge of GD&T.
• Experience working with Bill-of-materials and BOM reconciliation
• Prior manufacturing engineering experience in aerospace or automotive
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing practices & principles
• Experience with A9100 quality standards

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 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