Manufacturing Engineer II - Launch Execution

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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem- solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.As part of a hardworking team of diverse engineers, technicians, and specialists, you will be responsible for working closely with engineering design and Launch Operations to support all launch vehicle integration and launch operations efforts for processing space flight hardware. This includes simultaneously defining and planning the launch vehicle integration and launch operations work. In this mid-level position, you will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of Blue Origin’s Orbital Launch Site and requires strong drive, attention to detail, organization, working long hours, and the ability to multi-task.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!Responsibilities include but are not limited to:• Develop work order authoring standards and templates in Jules and Bill of Materials configuration in Windchill for mission operations.• Work with vehicle and operations engineers to write work orders to accomplish vehicle assembly, integration, check out, and test/launch operations.• Take ownership over configuration management of flight hardware, reconciling engineering bill or materials with manufacturing bill of materials.• Support hardware integration on the floor and solve issues as they arise throughout the day.• Management of work order instance from creation to completion.• Manage the transition from production to operations by tracking required configuration, traveled work, and as-built records of flight hardware.• Forecast and develop get-well plans for gating hardware installation critical to integration and launch schedules.• Define system requirements for manufacturing software and work with the development team to iterate and introduce new functionality within Jules and Windchill platforms and integration with third party systems.• Other duties as assigned or otherwise beneficial to fulfilling the mission and visionMinimum Qualifications:• B.S. degree or higher in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Industrial Engineering or other relevant field• Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, and specifications and translate into written work instructions and test procedures.• Experience working in a manufacturing or launch operations environment.• Experience working with a manufacturing execution system (MES).• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma processes and implementation.• Strong written, interpersonal, and computer skills. Customer focus, with demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at the executive leadership level and shop floor.• Ability to work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities.• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills and a proven ability to drive complex projects with minimal oversight.• Able to work off-shift, extended hours, and weekends if/when necessary• Must be able to pass the security background check to work at federal reservations.• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our 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:• 2+ years supporting assembly and/or integration of complex engineering systems (i.e., launch vehicles, spacecraft, aircraft, naval platforms, etc) including multiple subsystems (including avionics, fluids, pneumatics, and mechanical).• Experience in Jules as an MES and Windchill as a product lifecycle management system.• Experience in developing and implementing a procedure/work order authoring system.• Experience in developing a production control system or process flow architecture.• Proven experience and successful track record in support of a matrix organization.• Experience with safety critical systems.• Proven record of implementation of company-wide process improvements.Inclusivity StatementDon’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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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 RegulationsApplicants 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 (DIBDS) 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, 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.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.• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.Equal Employment OpportunityBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. 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