Lunar Lander Soft Goods/Sewer Technician Sr.

BLUE ORIGIN; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in the United States is seeking a Soft Goods Fabrication Technician to produce high-performance soft goods for lunar landers. In this role, you'll ensure efficient workflow and maintain quality standards. The ideal candidate has experience in operating industrial sewing machines and a continuous improvement mindset. This position may require working various shifts and offers opportunities for relocation.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years Level I Support Technician experience preferred.
• Experience working on aerospace or human space flight soft goods.
• Ability to work various shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Configure production work areas with tooling and equipment.
• Operate material handling equipment and precision calibrated tools.
• Implement continuous improvement projects for safety and efficiency.

Skills

Proficiency in operating industrial sewing machines

Effective communication and collaboration skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Job description

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 a Soft Goods Fabrication Technician, you will be instrumental in the production of high-performance soft goods, including insulation, heat shields, and protective packaging for our lunar lander systems. Your hands-on expertise will help shape and refine our manufacturing processes as we scale, while your feedback will directly influence engineering decisions.

Position Specific Details:

A Shift: Monday – Thursday (5am – 3:30pm), Location: Space Coast, FL, Relocation: Available

Key Responsibilities:

• Configure new production work areas with the necessary tooling and equipment to ensure efficient workflow and minimize any potential delays during the transition to high-rate manufacturing.
• Operate material handling equipment (forklifts, cranes, etc.) and precision calibrated tools (torque wrenches, micrometers, etc.) to maintain high safety and quality standards.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for safety and efficiency, enhancing overall productivity.
• Drive the transition from development to production, proactively performing troubleshooting and maintenance as needed.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas following 5S principles to promote safety and operational efficiency.
• Tasks involve preparing and testing payload systems and hardware by applying materials, conducting painting, sealing, composite layup, repairs, testing, and assisting with vehicle assembly and installation.

Team Focus & Domain Expertise:

This role will be supporting our Lunar Lander products.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proficiency in operating industrial straight stitch and bartack sewing machines
• Perform precision measuring, cutting, sewing, and assembly of softgoods for development and flight hardware to exacting specifications
• Interpret flat patterns, work instructions, and requirements documentation to ensure accurate fabrication
• Perform inspection of cut parts and sewn assemblies
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to provide feedback and improve build processes
• Maintain cleanroom or controlled environment standards as required for flight hardware integration
• Knowledge of precision assembly processes and handling large aerospace components.
• Effective in-person and virtual communication and collaboration skills in diverse teams to foster a positive work environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset and curiosity for optimizing processes, driving innovation.
• Ability to work A, B, C and D shift as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 0-3 years Level I Support Technician
• 3+ Level II Support Technician
• 5+ Level III Support Technician
• 8+ SR Level Support Technician
• Experience working on human space flight soft goods or aerospace soft goods
• Experience working on consumer soft goods products such as backpacks, harnessing, safety gear, workwear, or outdoor apparel.
• Experience with material handling and large-scale cutting tables
• Experience with physical testing of soft goods materials and assemblies
• Translate engineering definition to 2D flat patterns
• Ability to maintain and troubleshoot industrial sewing machines
• Experience with heat seal assembly techniques
• Maintain cleanroom or controlled environment standards as required for flight hardware integration
• Knowledge of precision assembly processes and handling large aerospace components
• Strong technical and leadership skills with a keen attention to detail, essential for leading teams in complex integration tasks.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills in diverse teams to foster a positive work environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset and curiosity for optimizing processes, driving innovation.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification.
• Willingness to work overtime.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.