Engineer - Additive Manufacturing Applications II

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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.

As part of a small, hardworking, and accomplished team of specialists, you will be responsible for translating engineering intent, drawings, and configurations into additively manufactured metallic hardware. This involves educating engineers/designers on design for additive manufacturing, creation of the print model, owning the manufacturing process, tracking work orders, addressing manufacturing issues, and continuing to work on improvements. You will work closely with operators, quality technicians, and engineering counterparts to support the processing of complex engine and components (i.e., thrust chambers, injectors, turbo pumps, etc.). As an integral member of the team, you will use data to drive process improvements, relay design improvements to engineering, and, in general, serve as a direct feedback loop between design and fabrication.

Special Mentions

• This is an onsite role based in Huntsville, Alabama, supporting production floor activities to keep parts flowing.
• Travel to other Blue Origin facilities is required for training. (Anticipated travel: 15% of the time)
• Relocation assistance is provided
• Occasional off-hours support of production operations may be required, onsite or via phone and online collaboration tools.

Responsibilities:

• Own the development of Additively Manufactured (AM) components from concept to production using Laser Powder Bed (LPB) printing.
• Define and deliver production print models using state-of-the-art software tools, a configuration-controlled process, and design for AM principles.
• Demonstrate machine-specific workflows and software packages to improve additive designs.
• Develop manufacturing work instructions that clearly define the full process from print to delivery.
• Closely manage cost, quality, build sequence, and schedule of hardware throughout the entire manufacturing process.
• Perform root cause analyses when non-conformances and escapes are identified, and deploy effective corrective actions.
• Partner with engineers and designers to educate and influence design for additive manufacturing.
• Participate in company process definition, documentation, and improvement teams covering manufacturing processes, business processes, production planning, lessons learned, and other standards as needed.
• Travel to other Blue Origin facilities will be required for training.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in aerospace or a similar industry.
• Exposure to and understanding of laser powder bed fusion printing or a similar metallic AM process.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Ability to support production floor activities onsite in Huntsville, Alabama, including off-hours support when required, and to travel as needed for training.
• Must be a 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.

Must be physically able to:

• Support production floor activities onsite in Huntsville, Alabama to keep parts flowing.
• Support off-hours for production if required.
• Travel as required for training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• 2+ years of experience working in metallic additive manufacturing and design.
• Aerospace and rocket engine development experience.
• Proven experience developing and printing LPB hardware.
• Solid understanding of design for additive manufacturing and support strategies.
• Strong understanding of engineering concepts and design for manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with CAD design (Creo), support design (Magics), and simulation packages (MSC, ANSYS).
• Experience generating work instructions to build complex assemblies.
• Experience creating, developing, and maturing processes to production readiness level.

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

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