Technician - System Prototyping/Rapid Development | All Shifts All Levels

Blue Origin; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) company match

Paid parental leave

Stock options

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Senior Technician in Merritt Island, Florida, to join their Operations team. This role involves supporting system prototyping and rapid development alongside engineers to innovate how rockets and space vehicles are made and operated.

The ideal candidate will have significant aerospace experience and be skilled in manual machining and CNC operations. Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits, including insurance, 401(k), and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with manual machining, CNC router setup, and operation.
• Ability to interpret engineering models and specifications.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support system prototyping and rapid development for aerospace components.
• Collaborate with engineering to build and assemble prototypes.
• Operate and maintain shop equipment for quality assurance.

Skills

Manual machining

CNC router operation

General fabrication tools

Problem solving

Collaboration

Education

Significant experience in aerospace or complex hardware

Tools

Manual mills

Lathes

Inspection equipment

Job description

Application Close Date

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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. 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.

Role Summary

As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished development team, you will be a senior technician supporting system prototyping and rapid development. You will work side‑by‑side with engineers to move designs from concept through development and into production, helping transform how rockets and space vehicles are made and operated. If you thrive in a fast‑paced development environment, enjoy hands‑on problem solving, bring strong manual machining and CNC router experience, and don’t let a job title limit the scope of your contributions, we’d like to hear from you.

Shift Details

Monday‑Friday, 6am‑3:30pm

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the system prototyping and rapid development team to move designs from concepts to functional hardware and early production.
• Work side‑by‑side with engineering to:
  • Interpret models and drawings
  • Build and assemble prototypes
  • Provide feedback on manufacturability and design improvements.
• Operate and maintain shop equipment, including:
  • Manual mills and lathes (basic manual machining)
  • CNC routers and associated CAM/workflow
  • General fabrication tools, fixtures, and inspection equipment.
• Ensure product quality and conformance to engineering specifications and work instructions.
• Help document, standardize, and continuously improve production and development processes.
• Review and provide input on work instructions; recommend changes for clarity, safety, and efficiency.
• Support setup of new development work areas (layouts, tooling, equipment, and material flow).
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for area safety, quality, and throughput.
• Provide informal leadership and mentorship to less experienced technicians; support ongoing training and skills development.
• Collaborate closely with area leadership to prioritize work based on development and production needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned that support the mission and vision.

Basic Qualifications

• Significant experience (direct or indirect) working aerospace or complex hardware development programs or production lines.
• Hands‑on experience with:
  • Manual machining (mills, lathes, basic surface prep and measurement)
  • CNC router setup and operation (fixturing, tool selection, basic programming or program prove‑out).
  • General fabrication tools, fixtures, and inspection equipment.
• Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures.
• Strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities.
• Basic computer skills (Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.).
• Strong customer focus with effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively across various teams, including remote and geographically distributed partners.
• Continuous improvement mindset; comfortable identifying issues and proposing/implementing solutions.
• Willingness to work off‑shift, extended hours, overtime, and weekends as needed.
• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills with a proven ability to drive complex work with minimal oversight.
• Intense curiosity about the broader business and how to optimize processes, tools, and workflows.

Desired Qualifications

• 10+ years in an aerospace technician or equivalent role supporting development programs or production lines.
• Experience handling large aerospace components (rigging, lifting, fixturing, and safe movement).
• Experience in a team‑based lean manufacturing or continuous improvement environment (5S, visual management, standard work, etc.).
• Prior experience in a development/prototype shop or R&D environment where requirements and designs change rapidly.

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 (CDL drivers only), 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 workforce. 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.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affineutive Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.