Manufacturing Engineer II - Structures (New Shepard)

$83,070 - $116,298/Yr

Blue Origin - Seattle, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

Seattle, WA

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

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! This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Facilities, and Security. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will be responsible for working closely with engineering design to support the manufacturing floor in assembly and installation, compliance to engineering requirements, discrepancy resolution, and component acceptance testing - specifically on structures product lifecycle in NS Propulsion Module. In addition, this position is expected to perform hands-on engineering and liaison role between our design, test, operations, and manufacturing customers. This includes facilitating troubleshooting efforts and dispositioning of non-conforming (NC) structural related issues, preferably on addressing tolerance stack-up, weld inspection, drilling, or manufacturing of structural hardware through detailed work instructions; and lead efforts in isolating NC parts and assemblies. You will provide direct support to the production team in a fast-paced environment by performing various tasks, including leading troubleshooting efforts and disposition of non-conforming structural related issues, conducting Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA), and supporting maintenance activities for fielded vehicles leading up to a launch. You will also provide technical expertise on structural subsystems, collaborate with other subsystem Manufacturing Engineers and Design Engineers, and take ownership of product quality by establishing procedures and processes to support continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support the manufacturing floor in assembly and installation, compliance to engineering requirements, discrepancy resolution, and component acceptance testing.
• Perform hands-on engineering and liaison role between our design, test, operations, and manufacturing customers.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts and disposition of non-conforming (NC) structural related issues, preferably on addressing tolerance stack-up, weld inspection, drilling, or manufacturing of structural hardware through detailed work instructions.
• Lead efforts in isolating NC parts and assemblies.
• Lead efforts to identify and resolve Root Cause of vehicle non-conformances through Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA).
• Lead DFMA & PFMEA analysis at part, assembly, and system level to improve build sequence, manufacturing processes, layout development and feedback loop between design, build, and test.
• Support maintenance activities for fielded vehicles as required leading up to a launch.
• Provide technical expertise on structural subsystems with collaboration with other subsystem Manufacturing Engineers and Design Engineers.
• Support products through design and operational gated reviews by evaluating and aiding in the development of required artifacts.
• Provide design for manufacturability review of vehicle designs, and make recommendations to improve quality, simplify operations and reduce cost.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in mechanical, aerospace, or industrial engineering or other relevant field.
• 3+ years of relevant experience. Relevant internship experience and/or relevant extracurricular activities may count as years of experience.
• Working knowledge of structural mechanics principles including but not limited to load path distribution, strength of materials, and how to interpret finite element analysis (FEA).
• Familiarity with common Non-Destructive Test, including visual, dye penetrant, ultrasound, x-ray, CT scan, Eddy Current, XRF scan.
• Project management skills and strong coordination to track, manage, and prioritize multiple simultaneous tasks.
• Experience with manufacturing fabrication and assembly processes, work order creation/management, BOM structures, and quality control.
• Working knowledge of common aerospace and/or military standards.
• Experienced in repair and rework activities.
• Experienced with 3D CAD software, 2D and 3D engineering drawings.
• Desire to work hands-on, both independently and as part of a team, throughout the development and production phases of the product lifecycle.
• Excellent attention to detail and task ownership, someone who demonstrates pride in all work and willingness to perform low-level tasks when needed.
• Strong written, personal, and computer skills. Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at the executive leadership level and on the shop floor.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and handle small and large projects with a diversity of internal and external customers.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to our inclusive culture.
• 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.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's of Science in mechanical or aerospace engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of engineering experience with metallic, composite, various additive materials, welded joints, bolted joints, machined parts.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma processes and implementation.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD programs (Creo Pro/E preferred).
• Working knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
• Working knowledge of welding standards (AWS D17.1).
• Working knowledge of Rigging Hardware (ASME 30.26).

Benefits

• 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%
• 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 designed to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results.