Receiving Inspector III

Blue Origin LLC; Huntsville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Stock options

Paid time off

Parental leave

Education Support Program

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC in Huntsville, TN seeks a meticulous Receiving Inspector to ensure aerospace components meet stringent dimensional and documentation standards. You will review engineering requirements, perform first article inspections, and provide feedback to engineers and buyers with precise dimensional data.

The role demands strong GD&T proficiency, use of precision tools, and a commitment to safe, repeatable spaceflight practices.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in receiving or dimensional inspection of aerospace components.
• Proficient GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994.
• Excellent communication and high attention to detail.
• Fluent with precision hand tools, gauges, optical comparator, and surface plate work.
• Ability to select proper inspection tools and read documentation.
• Familiar with PCs and basic machining knowledge.
• Inventory and PO system knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect materials per inspection plan: dimensions, markings, traceability.
• Review documentation for hardware acceptance per requirements.
• Perform first article reviews and conduct receiving inspections.
• Provide dimensional data feedback to engineers and buyers.
• Document, track, and close discrepancy reports.
• Estimate inspection times and maintain equipment calibrations.
• Contribute to process improvements and maintain file control.
• Operate safely within an industrial environment.

Skills

GD&T proficiency

Dimensional inspection

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tool selection

PC literacy

Self-motivation

Prioritization

Inventory knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

ASME Y14.5M GD&T knowledge

Tools

Precision hand tools

Gages

Optical comparator

Surface plate work

Calipers/Mics

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 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. This role is part of the Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance team. This team is focused on monitoring and assessing processes that guide Blue Origin’s design, manufacturing, and operations, ensuring system safety engineering, environmental health, and safety, product integrity, and continuous improvement processes. As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will execute receiving inspection methodologies to support the manufacture, assembly, and test for various spaceflight systems. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities:

• Inspect material per inspection plan such as dimensions, part marking and traceability.
• Review all supplied documentation for hardware acceptance per engineering requirements.
• Perform review of first articles and conduct receiving inspections.
• Provide feedback to engineers and buyers with dimensional data.
• Document, track, and complete discrepancy reports.
• Provide inspection time estimates.
• Assist with maintaining and tracking all inspection equipment calibrations.
• Contribute to process improvements.
• Maintain configuration control on files and job records.
• Safely work within an industrial environment.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 7 years experience in receiving or dimensional inspection of aerospace components.
• Intermediate/ Expert GD&T comprehension per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard.
• Excellent communication skills.
• High attention to detail Fluent in the use of precision hand tools, gages, optical comparator, and surface plate work.
• Ability to select the correct tool for the inspection task.
• Familiar with the use of personal computers.
• Self-motivation and ability to prioritize projects to meet completion dates.
• Desired Inventory system knowledge.
• Purchase order system management.
• Basic machining knowledge.
• Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware.
• Outside processing knowledge (heat treat, plating, coating, EDM, grinding, etc.)

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.

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Thank you for your interest in working at Blue Origin! Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.

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