Quality Engineer III at Blue Origin

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. As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will develop and execute commercial quality processes for the design, test and manufacture of launch vehicles, spacecraft, and related technologies. You will be responsible to drive quality products throughout the organization by maintaining a corporate culture that emphasizes accountability and attention to detail at all levels. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! Special Mentions: Relocation provided Shift available: Monday - Friday Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Lead vehicle acceptance reviews and ensure adherence to and health of acceptance process New Product Introduction - introduce new research products into the production value stream Participate in engineering design reviews and make recommendations to improve the quality and manufacturability of new designs Measure, analyze, and improve quality system performance consistent with organization quality goals Establish, implement, maintain, and enforce quality system processes that support products in development and production environments Review and approve manufacturing build documents including work orders and nonconformance records Perform periodic audits of the application of our quality system in accordance with AS9100 Recommend and improve initiatives and/or changes that will improve product and system quality Provide quality assurance domain expertise to inspection, manufacturing and test Collaborate with internal and external customers on quality related concerns; develop and present training materials to build quality awareness Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of a B.S. in engineering/science or American Society of Quality, Certified Quality Engineer certification or equivalent experience (3+ years as a quality engineer) 6+ years’ industry experience with at least 2 years in a quality engineer role Quality experience in research, development and production environments. Aerospace, space launch, or military or commercial aviation preferred Knowledge of AS9100 or ISO9000 Quality Management System and/or related quality systems and programs Experience with Root Cause Corrective Actions, Process Improvements, and/or Kaizens Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion 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. Preferred Qualifications: Quality assurance experience in rocket engine production environment Experience with GD&T fundamentals QMS audit experience and quality performance measurement analysis capabilities Six Sigma Green, Black Belt, or comparable certification Compensation Range for: WA applicants is $112,059.00 - $156,882.60 Other site ranges may differ 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’