Welder I - AGILITY Fabrication

Blue Origin; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

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Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an entry-level welder for the AGILITY Fabrication Division in Huntsville, AL. You will contribute to build-to-print and prototype weldments for various programs, while gaining hands-on experience under senior welders.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, basic welding skills in SMAW/FCAW/GMAW, and physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Willingness to travel and work shifts as needed is expected.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated welding experience with SMAW, FCAW, GMAW.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform build-to-print and prototype weldments across programs.
• Assist with repairs, upgrades, and fabrication of weldments of varying size and materials.
• Collaborate with teammates to ensure designers receive the required weldments.
• Learn and develop welding trade under supervision of senior welders.

Skills

SMAW welding

FCAW welding

GMAW welding

Read engineering drawings

Lift up to 50 lbs

Body height flexibility

Recordkeeping

Background check pass

Team collaboration

Process knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Hoist

Man lift

Job description

Application Close Date

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

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.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, drive to succeed, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. This entry-level 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.

In this role, you will be part of the AGILITY Fabrication Division, supporting our Dev. Pad rebuild efforts, Test Stands, Launch Pads, and Tooling sites across Blue Origin with the expectation of learning and developing your trade under the supervision of senior welders.

As part of a hardworking team of technicians, welders, and fabricators, you will use your skills and knowledge to complete build-to-print and prototype work for various programs and projects across the company. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of repairs, upgrades, and fabricating weldments of various size, complexity, and materials while ensuring safety and quality goals are achieved. Mechanical aptitude, ability to follow written and verbal instructions, and ability to communicate as a team member both verbally and in writing is paramount. In this role you will collaborate with teammates to ensure designers receive the exact weldment they need.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to travel to all Blue Origin facilities up to 25%, as required.
• Work 1st or 2nd shift, as well as weekends and overtime, when necessary.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Self-sufficient, self-starter and driven.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Demonstrated experience welding processes including SMAW, FCAW, GMAW.
• Working knowledge in pipe and structural fitting and material preparation.
• Fundamental understanding of welding aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel.
• Must be able to work at heights.
• Must be able to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50lbs.
• Bend/kneel, stoop/crouch, twist/turn, grasp/reach overhead and outward frequently.
• Must document and maintain accurate records.
• Must be able to pass background check to access U.S. military and NASA installations.
• Interviews will include a knowledge and technical welding assessment.

Preferred Qualifications

• AA technical degree/equivalent and/or technical coursework.
• Ability to interpret GD&T.
• Knowledge of 5S and lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience in pipe fitting and material preparation for welding
• Ability to operate material handling equipment. (forklift, overhead crane, hoist, man lift, etc.)
• Working knowledge of pressurized fluid systems.

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 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

• 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 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.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affiantive 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.