Precision Machinist – 3/5-Axis CNC for Space Hardware

Blue Origin; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Stock options

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a skilled machinist (level 2 or 3) to set up and operate CNC mills to produce precision parts for spaceflight hardware. You will read blueprints, determine setups, adjust feeds and speeds, modify NC programs, and inspect parts to tight tolerances.

Relocation is provided and a B shift is available. The role supports MINJ/Heat Exchanger manufacturing across Blue Origin facilities, with potential collaboration with engineers to refine designs and ensure manufacturability.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience with 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC machining.
• Experience machining nickel-based stainless steel alloys (Inconel, Monel), copper, aluminum and/or titanium.
• Working knowledge of Fanuc, Siemens, Mazatrol or other CNC controls.
• Excellent blue print reading skills including GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard.
• Familiar with use of personal computers.
• Ability to provide Design for Manufacturing feedback.
• Must be physically able to work in small/restricted areas, and lift and carry 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a variety of machine tools on 3‑Axis and 5‑Axis mills to produce parts, tooling, and mechanisms to tolerance.
• Interpret blueprints and specs to determine setups, cut sequences, feeds and speeds.
• Modify NC programs as needed and verify quality using SPC.
• Inspect parts against tolerances and repair minor machine malfunctions.
• Collaborate with engineers to understand part purposes.

Skills

CNC milling experience

Blueprint reading

GD&T (ASME Y14.5M)

CNC controls knowledge

Physical ability to lift 25 lbs

Tools

Fanuc controls

Siemens controls

Mazatrol controls

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a skilled machinist (level 2 or 3) to set up and operate CNC mills to produce precision parts for spaceflight hardware. You will read blueprints, determine setups, adjust feeds and speeds, modify NC programs, and inspect parts to tight tolerances.

Relocation is provided and a B shift is available. The role supports MINJ/Heat Exchanger manufacturing across Blue Origin facilities, with potential collaboration with engineers to refine designs and ensure manufacturability.