Manufacturing Planner II, III, Sr (A-shift)

Blue Origin; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Stock options

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Blue Origin in Merritt Island, FL is seeking world‑class Manufacturing Planners to design, develop, and implement new or revised manufacturing and production processes for aerospace products. You will translate engineering intent into BOMs and work instructions, supporting safe and efficient build of our New Glenn vehicles.

You will train Mfg Engineers on system tools, oversee manufacturing plans for MRP, and drive improvements to reduce build time while upholding safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Experience with aircraft, spacecraft, launch vehicle structures or similar manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing engineering processes and planning systems.
• Knowledge of GD&T and mechanical design fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Translate engineering intent and drawings into manufacturing BOMs and work instructions for test, qualification, and flight readiness.
• Train and support manufacturing engineers in system tools, disposition nonconformances, redline work orders, and BOM revisions.
• Provide oversight for creation and revision of manufacturing plans to ensure proper information is available for MRP systems.
• Maintain and communicate manufacturing metrics and schedules.
• Identify opportunities to reduce build time and improve safety and quality.

Skills

Aircraft/spacecraft

Manufacturing

GD&T

CAD

Excel/Office

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CAD software (Creo/CATIA)

Issue Tracking

MS Office suite

Job description

Application Close Date

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

About the Role

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 looking for world‑class manufacturing planners to apply standard engineering methods to design, develop, and implement new or revised manufacturing & production processes for the efficient/economical production of aerospace products. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of transforming the way rockets are made and operated. If you share our passions and vision, thrive in a dynamic startup environment, excel on integrated cross‑functional teams of individuals, are experienced and skilled in several relevant technologies (even if perhaps not in the aerospace industry), continuously seek out opportunities to learn and improve, and do not allow title or job description to limit the depth or breadth of your contributions, then we would love to hear from you.

Special Mentions

• Multiple positions available
• Shift: A | Monday – Friday (7am-4:00pm)

Key Responsibilities

• Translating engineering intent and drawings into fully functional hardware ready for test, qualification, and flight by crafting manufacturing bill of materials and work instructions.
• Train and support Mfg Engineers in the use of system tools to execute work orders including disposition of nonconformances, redlining work orders, revising BOM, BOM reconciliation, and GSE/Tooling maintenance and procurement.
• Provide oversight and guidance for the creation and revision of manufacturing plans to ensure the required information and structure are provided for MRP systems.
• Maintain and communicate manufacturing engineering metrics and schedules.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements to reduce build time and improve safety and quality.

Team Focus & Domain Expertise

The Manufacturing Planner at Blue Origin plays a pivotal role in advancing the efficiency and reliability of aerospace components through cutting‑edge assembly methods. As part of a large, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will manufacture and assemble hardware on our premier launch vehicle, New Glenn. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of transforming the way our vehicles are made and integrated. If you share our passions and vision, thrive in a dynamic production environment, excel on integrated cross‑functional teams, and are experienced and skilled in several relevant technologies, look no further. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention toward safe and repeatable spaceflight.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience with aircraft, spacecraft, launch vehicle structures, automotive manufacturing or similar: (0-3 years Level I Engineer, 3+ Level II Engineer, 5+ Level III Engineer, 8+ Sr Level Engineer).
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of Manufacturing Engineering processes and procedures, including planning systems.
• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing, including knowledge of GD&T.
• Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills (CAD, Issue Tracking, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc).

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands on experience with building flight hardware.
• Associate degree or trade school in related discipline.
• Six Sigma Black Belt & Lean Manufacturing Certification.
• Experience with design, development or production of launch vehicle, spacecraft, or satellites.
• Proficient with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software (Creo or CATIA V5).
• Customer focused with a proven track record to work cooperatively with teams of different skills across large geographic distances.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.

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 (CDL drivers only), 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

• Benefits include: 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.

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. 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. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affiantive Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.