Senior Additive Manufacturing Technician - Spaceflight Prototyping

Blue Origin; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an Additive Manufacturing Technician to operate, maintain, and optimize AM systems for precise components and prototypes supporting spaceflight programs. You will translate engineering intent into polymer hardware, acting as a feedback loop between design and fabrication while upholding a culture of safety.

The role spans safety, quality, and mission assurance within Blue Origin Operations, offering hands-on work with 3D printing, tooling, and process improvements to lower

Qualifications

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience in an advanced technology operations environment, with 1-2 years in a similar AM role preferred.
• Familiarity with additive manufacturing polymers such as PLA, ABS, TPU, and PETG.
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, Windows, and iOS devices, with the ability to maintain accurate production records.
• Experience reading work orders, part drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation with strong attention to detail.
• Experience with handheld tools (grinders, chisels, orbital sanders) and ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Self-motivated, high-energy, and able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain AM equipment, including 3D printers
• Set up, control, and optimize AM processes, including parameter settings, material loading, build environment configuration, and preventative maintenance
• Remove completed builds and post-process parts by removing support structures using hand tools, grinders, chisels, and orbital sanders
• Select, prepare, and recycle additive materials, including polymers (PLA, ABS, TPU, PETG), ensuring process compatibility
• Read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, CAD models, and technical drawings to prepare and execute AM and hybrid machining builds
• Troubleshoot and resolve process issues, machine malfunctions, and quality deviations to minimize downtime
• Inspect, package, and ship completed orders while communicating non-conformances to the department supervisor
• Support R&D initiatives and collaborate with engineers, designers, and quality teams to drive process optimization and cost reduction
• Maintain a clean, FOD-controlled work area in compliance with 5S, safety, and PPE/PAPR requirements, supporting off-hour productions when required

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking an Additive Manufacturing Technician to operate, maintain, and optimize AM systems for precise components and prototypes supporting spaceflight programs. You will translate engineering intent into polymer hardware, acting as a feedback loop between design and fabrication while upholding a culture of safety.

The role spans safety, quality, and mission assurance within Blue Origin Operations, offering hands-on work with 3D printing, tooling, and process improvements to lower