Spaceflight CNC Machinist (Relocation Provided)

Blue Origin; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin in Huntsville offers CNC operator roles shaping components for BE3 engines. You will set up multi-axis lathes and mills, program EDM machines, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances from blueprints and GD&T standards.

The role requires collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams to transition parts from development to production while driving safety and efficiency improvements on a night shift schedule.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in manufacturing with CNC or EDM machining.
• Proficient in offline CNC programming (UG, Esprit, Mastercam).
• Experience with Agie Charmilles EDM and CNC controls (Okuma, Fanuc).
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or legally admitted refugee.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines to produce precision parts from metals, plastics, and composites.
• Program and set up Agie Charmilles wire and sinking EDM machines to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and work instructions to meet tolerance requirements.
• Assist in setup of new production areas, layouts, tooling, and equipment configuration.
• Utilize multi-axis machining, turning, and grinding centers on various products.
• Collaborate with leadership to prioritize work based on production schedules.
• Document and standardize production processes with engineering.
• Facilitate transition from development to production with engineering teams.
• Identify and execute continuous improvement projects to enhance safety and efficiency.
• Perform second-party verification of manufactured hardware and assist in production transition.

Skills

CNC programming

EDM machining

Blueprint reading

GD&T

CNC controls

Education

Trade school diploma

Tools

UG

Esprit

Mastercam

Agie Charmilles EDM

Okuma

Fanuc

Job description

Blue Origin in Huntsville offers CNC operator roles shaping components for BE3 engines. You will set up multi-axis lathes and mills, program EDM machines, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances from blueprints and GD&T standards.

The role requires collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams to transition parts from development to production while driving safety and efficiency improvements on a night shift schedule.