Engineer - Mfg/Process/Industrial Level II - B-Shift

$75,000 - $126,000/Yr

Sierra Nevada Corporation - Huntsville, AL

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Huntsville, AL

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Manufacturing Engineer - Mfg/Process/Industrial Level II position at Blue Origin focuses on developing manufacturing processes for rocket engines. This role is integral to ensuring the quality, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency of manufacturing operations, contributing to the company's mission of enabling safe human spaceflight. The position requires collaboration with a diverse team to translate engineering designs into functional hardware, while also implementing improvements in manufacturing practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing work instructions for various processes including receiving inspection, fabrication, assembly, test, integration, and refurbishment.
• Manage cost, quality, build sequence, and schedule of hardware throughout the manufacturing process.
• Perform engineering drawing review and provide final approval for manufacturing.
• Develop process control measures and evaluation through statistical analysis.
• Define and support repair and rework activities.
• Design, procure, install, and integrate custom manufacturing tooling and equipment.
• Interface with external suppliers and manufacturing partners to ensure proper manufacturing and delivery of hardware and equipment.
• Perform root cause analyses for non-conformances and deploy corrective actions.
• Design material handling and packaging to protect hardware during the build and test process.
• Manage hardware configuration and maintain pedigree throughout the build and test process.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university.
• 3-7 years of relevant engineering experience in a manufacturing environment with assemblies.
• Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience in hardware manufacturing processes such as castings, forgings, and machining.
• Proven experience in completing manufacturing projects successfully.
• Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills including CAD and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to communicate clearly at all organizational levels.
• Ability to earn trust and maintain positive relationships.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems/Software.
• Familiarity with non-destructive testing methods.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%.
• Education Support Program.
• Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Discretionary bonuses based on individual contributions.