Product Development Engineer II - New Glenn

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin seeks a Product and Process Development Engineer to drive hardware from concept to production for New Glenn, a heavy-lift orbital launcher. You will design manufacturing plans, apply DFx to enable test, qualification, and flight hardware, and partner with design, build, and test teams to accelerate rocket development.

You will lead continuous improvement to reduce cost, improve safety and quality, and travel periodically to collaborate with production, engineering, and suppliers.

Qualifications

• BS degree or higher in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, process engineer, or related field.
• 2+ years demonstrated ability as a Manufacturing/Materials/Process/engineer.
• Experience with aerospace hardware, assembly, and manufacturing systems.
• Knowledge of CNC machining, forming, drilling and assembly of aerospace and high precision components.
• Experience with large scale assemblies and fabrication.
• Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, work instructions, and test procedures.
• Experience in product design or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with testing and qualification of hardware for flight applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-level manufacturing plans covering fabrication, assembly, test, integration, and refurbishment.
• Provide DFM/Producibility recommendations to design teams.
• Develop prototype and qualification hardware and tooling for new or existing designs.
• Design, procure, install, and integrate manufacturing equipment and tools.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of hardware and equipment.
• Identify and deploy new technologies to improve quality and reduce cost.
• Support hardware transition from development to production, including first article units.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to enhance safety, efficiency, and reduce defects.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Mechanical engineering

Process engineering

Aerospace hardware

CNC machining

Forming

Drilling

Large scale assemblies

Engineering interpretation

Team collaboration

Education

BS in manufacturing engineering

BS in mechanical engineering

Related field

Tools

CAD

Scheduling

Issue Tracking

MS Office

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 supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy‑lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low‑Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human‑capable.

As a Product and Process Development Engineer of a team with varied strengths of problem‑solvers, collaborators, and doers you will work to develop hardware from concept to production ready for testing, qualification, and flight. Throughout the hardware development cycle, you will also work to identify, develop, and deploy methods and tool and processes to improve quality, reduce cost, and manufacturability. As an integral member of the team, you will work closely to strengthen the feedback loop between design, build, and test and accelerate the pace of rocket development.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise and leadership skills to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities

• Develop high-level manufacturing plans that clearly define the flow of components and systems through the manufacturing process: fabrication, assembly, test, integration, and refurbishment, etc...
• Provide Design for Manufacturability and Producibility recommendations to the design teams for component, assembly and systems
• Work with design in the development of prototype and qualification hardware and tooling to improve and qualify new or existing designs.
• Design, procure, install, and integrate custom manufacturing equipment and tools
• Work with external suppliers and manufacturing partners to ensure that hardware and equipment are developed, produced, and delivered on time and on budget meeting requirements
• Identify and deploy new technologies and processes that will improve quality, reduce cost, and improve output.
• Support hardware transition from development to production, including first article and qualification units
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects to improve safety, efficiency, quality and reduce cycle time, defects, and waste in the early production environment.
• Periodic travel to collaborate with production, engineering, management staff, and suppliers/vendors to support the development and production of New Glenn components, assemblies and integration.

Qualifications

• BS degree or higher in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, process engineer, or related field
• 2+ Years demonstrated ability as a Manufacturing/Materials/Process/engineer
• Proven experience with aerospace hardware, assembly, and manufacturing systems.
• Knowledge and experience in CNC machining, forming, drilling and assembly of aerospace and high precision components.
• Proven experience with large scale assemblies and fabrication
• Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures
• Ability to work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced varied team in a target rich environment.
• Experience working in a product design or manufacturing environment
• Experience with testing and qualification of hardware for flight applications
• A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with teams of varied skills across large geographic distances
• Outstanding interpersonal and analytical skills and a proven track record to drive sophisticated projects
• Experience interacting with aerospace suppliers, including on-site engineering audits, technical interchanges, supplier qualifications and statistical process controls
• Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills (CAD, Scheduling, Issue Tracking, MS Office Products, etc)
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Base Pay Range For

WA applicants is $91,852.00 - $128,592.45

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, 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

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