Technician Associate - Production

Blue Origin; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with company match

Education Support Program

Stock options for regular employees

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to support production operations at our Merritt Island, Florida facility. This role involves configuring work areas and operating material handling equipment while ensuring safety and efficiency. Ideal candidates possess relevant manufacturing experience and strong problem-solving skills.

We value team collaboration, effective communication, and a continuous improvement mindset. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and paid time off. Join us in our mission to advance space technology!

Qualifications

• 0-3 years relevant experience for Level I Technician, 3+ years for Level II Technician, etc.
• Must be U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or asylum status.
• Clear communication abilities, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Configure production work areas with necessary tooling and equipment.
• Operate material handling equipment while maintaining safety standards.
• Implement continuous improvement projects for safety and efficiency.

Skills

Manufacturing & Production Support experience

Collaborative teamwork

Effective communication

Basic digital literacy

Physical fitness (lifting up to 35 lbs)

Operating material handling equipment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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. This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

Position Details

• Shifts: B | Mon-Thurs (3pm-1:30am); D | Fri-Sun (5pm-5:30am)
• Location: Space Coast, FL
• Relocation: Available
• Potential travel: Up to 10% for training and related activities (where applicable)

Key Responsibilities

• Configure new production work areas with the necessary tooling and equipment to ensure efficient workflow and minimize delays during the transition to high-rate manufacturing.
• Operate material handling equipment (forklifts, cranes, etc.) and precision calibrated tools (torque wrenches, micrometers, etc.) to maintain safety and quality standards.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for safety and efficiency, enhancing overall productivity.
• Drive the transition from development to production, proactively performing troubleshooting and maintenance as needed.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas following 5S principles to promote safety and operational efficiency.
• Prepare and test payload systems and hardware by applying materials, conducting painting, sealing, composite layup, repairs, testing, and assisting with vehicle assembly and installation.

Team Focus & Domain Expertise

The Production Support team serves as a critical force multiplier for the manufacturing floor, enabling technicians to remain focused on value-added assembly tasks by removing barriers, maintaining flow, and supporting the build process in real time. This team is embedded directly within our production areas and ensures the right parts, tools, hardware, and documentation are available at the right time to keep operations moving efficiently and safely. Team members bring a strong understanding of spaceflight manufacturing environments, are highly responsive, and excel at troubleshooting issues that arise during the build — coordinating with engineering, resolving missing parts, updating work instructions, or escalating blockers through proper channels. They specialize in real-time problem solving, cross-functional communication, and proactive ownership of production needs from start to finish.

Minimum Qualifications

• Relevant Manufacturing & Production Support experience: 0-3 years Level I Technician, 3+ years Level II Technician, 5+ years Level III Technician, 8+ years Level IV Technician
• Ability to work collaboratively with teams of varied skills, fields, and backgrounds
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication
• Basic digital literacy (Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.)
• Ability to climb ladders/stairs and work in small, restricted areas
• Ability to perform repetitive work, including lifting items up to 35 lbs
• Operate material handling equipment including forklifts, overhead cranes, aerial lifts, truck-trailer combinations, and other ground support equipment as required
• High School diploma or GED
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of precision assembly processes and handling large aerospace components
• Strong technical and leadership skills with attention to detail for leading teams in complex integration tasks
• Effective communication and collaboration skills in varied teams
• Continuous improvement mindset and curiosity for optimizing processes
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification

Culture

Don’t meet all desired requirements? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Blue’s Standard Background Check is required for all positions
• DBIDS background check may be required for certain job profiles if the role requires access to a military installation
• Some profiles may require additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and related checks for CDL drivers
• Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential where applicable

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with company match up to 5%, Education Support Program
• Stock options for regular employees (minimum 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off up to four weeks per year, and up to 14 company-paid holidays
• Other role-based benefits and eligibility as determined by company policy

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We hire and promote based on qualifications, performance, and abilities, and provide equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.