Technician - Assembly and Integration II

Blue Origin LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance (basic & supplemental)

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance (short/long-term)

401(k) with 5% match

Education Support Program

Stock Options

Paid Time Off

14 company holidays

Job summary

Blue Origin in Huntsville, AL, seeks a highly skilled Mechanical Assembler to contribute to our advanced hardware programs. You will perform complex mechanical and electromechanical assembly, read engineering drawings with GD&T, and work with precision tools to build first articles and support development activities.

This role requires 7+ years in aerospace or precision manufacturing, strong attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to document results in quality systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; associate degree or technical certification preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in mechanical assembly of complex hardware in aerospace/precision manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings with GD&T callouts.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, torque wrenches, height gauges).
• Experience with torque-controlled fastening, precision alignment, and fit-up of close-tolerance hardware.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline.
• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively with engineers and inspectors.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex mechanical assembly operations including precision fitting, torquing, alignment, shimming, and hardware installation per work instructions and engineering drawings.
• Assemble rotating machinery components including rotor builds, bearing installation, seal installation, and housing closeout with cleanliness and precision.
• Support integration of subassemblies into larger system packages including piping connections, instrumentation, and electrical hookup.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and process specifications to execute assembly operations.
• Perform in-process inspections using precision measurement tools (micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, torque wrenches, laser trackers).
• Document assembly results including as-built dimensions, torque records, and inspection data in quality management systems.
• Support first article builds and process development — provide feedback on assembly sequences, tooling, and work instruction clarity.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area per FOD prevention and 5S standards.
• Support proof testing and functional testing of assembled hardware.
• Identify and report nonconformances; support disposition and corrective action activities.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

GD&T interpretation

Precision measurement

Team communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Dial indicators

Torque wrenches

Height gauges

Job description

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 supports the assembly, integration, and test of advanced hardware systems within a new program at Blue Origin. The successful candidate will perform complex mechanical and electromechanical assembly operations on precision hardware. This is a development environment where technicians will build work centers, first articles, support process development, and help establish the assembly methods that will scale to rate production.

Responsibilities

• Performing complex mechanical assembly operations including precision fitting, torquing, alignment, shimming, and hardware installation per work instructions and engineering drawings
• Assembling rotating machinery components including rotor builds, bearing installation, seal installation, and housing closeout with attention to cleanliness and precision requirements
• Supporting integration of subassemblies into larger system packages including piping connections, instrumentation, and electrical hookup
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, work instructions, and process specifications to execute assembly operations
• Performing in-process inspections using precision measurement tools (micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, torque wrenches, laser trackers)
• Documenting assembly results including as-built dimensions, torque records, and inspection data in quality management systems
• Supporting first article builds and process development — providing feedback on assembly sequences, tooling, and work instruction clarity
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area per FOD prevention and 5S standards
• Supporting proof testing and functional testing of assembled hardware
• Identifying and reporting nonconformances; supporting disposition and corrective action activities

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; associate degree or technical certification preferred
• 7+ years of experience in mechanical assembly of complex hardware in an aerospace, industrial, or precision manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings with GD&T callouts
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, torque wrenches, height gauges)
• Experience with torque-controlled fastening, precision alignment, and fit-up of close-tolerance hardware
• Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline
• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively with engineers and inspectors

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with rotating machinery assembly (turbines, compressors, pumps, generators, or similar)
• Experience with precision balancing operations
• Background in aerospace or defense manufacturing with AS9100 quality systems
• Experience with overhead crane and rigging operations
• Familiarity with FOD prevention programs
• Experience with pressure testing (hydrostatic or pneumatic proof test)
• Strong organizational and analytical skills

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

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

• 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%
• 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.

Affiliated with Blue, we’re committed to building the road to space so our children can build the future. We are a mission-driven company focused on ideas and innovation, and encourage fresh perspectives from bold voices. At Blue, our team is building the future as their unique selves. 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 lower 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.