Manufacturing Engineer II/III (Multiple Shifts) - Operations at Blue Origin in Space Coast, FL

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. Position Specific Details - Multiple shifts / multiple positions - Location: Space Coast, FL - Relocation: Available Key Responsibilities - Support the industrialization of new products in areas such as solar arrays, integration and test, avionics, harnessing, GNC, thermal systems, and structures. - Contribute to design for manufacturability (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), and design for test (DFT), all key to building reliable vehicles for space exploration. - Translate engineering requirements into robust, repeatable manufacturing processes that support Blue Origin's mission. - Collaborate closely with design engineering, quality assurance, supply chain, and production teams to accelerate building a road to space. - Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, tool designs, and inspection plans. - Evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies and methods (e.g., composites, precision machining, additive manufacturing, orbital welding, advanced assembly). - Support root cause analysis of process or product nonconformances. Develop and implement corrective actions that improve reliability and performance. - Communicate technical issues, risks, and recommendations clearly and concisely to audiences at every level, and drive them to resolution. - Ensure all work meets applicable quality and safety standards (AS9100, ISO 9001) and the rigor required for human spaceflight hardware. - Participate in process FMEAs, risk assessments, and validation of new production lines and equipment. - Find and complete opportunities for efficiency gains and cost reduction, improving our ability to achieve our mission at scale. Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university - 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or process engineering role - 1+ years of experience creating English work instructions - Demonstrated ability to explain a technical issue clearly and concisely to technical and non-technical audiences - 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 able to work second shift and have flexibility to move shifts as needed. Open to working extended hours if required. Preferred Qualifications - Experience in one or more of: avionics, wire harnessing, GNC hardware, thermal systems, test, or orbital tube welding - Fiber optics experience (harnessing or GNC) - Proficiency in Creo (or a comparable CAD tool) for tooling and fixture design - Experience performing engineering analysis to support tooling, fixtures, or process development - Experience with human-rated or safety-critical hardware, and an understanding of human spaceflight rigor - Hands-on builder: personal engineering, fabrication, or home-build projects are a strong plus - Experience in high-rate assembly lines for aerospace and/or automotive - Understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing, including working knowledge of GD&T - Experience with bills of materials and BOM reconciliation - Prior manufacturing engineering experience in aerospace or automotive - Knowledg