Engineer - Quality III

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.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a B.S. in Engineering/Science
• 5+ years’ proven experience in a Quality Engineer role in a production environment.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO9000 QM System and/or related quality systems and programs
• Ability to support manufacturing schedules (A-Shift; Mon - Fri; 8am – 5pm) and overtime on as needed basis

Desired:

• 5+ years of quality engineering experience supporting CNC machining, precision manufacturing, or aerospace machine-shop operations.
• Aerospace, space launch, defense, or commercial aviation manufacturing experience highly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of CNC machining processes, including milling, turning, drilling, grinding, and related special processes.
• Experience developing and maintaining inspection plans, in-process inspection requirements, sampling plans, control plans, and acceptance criteria for machined components.
• Proficiency in engineering drawing interpretation and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) in accordance with ASME Y14.5.
• Experience selecting and applying appropriate inspection methods and metrology equipment, including CMMs, optical measurement systems, height gauges, micrometers, calipers, surface-finish equipment, and functional gauging.
• Experience conducting first article inspections (FAI) and preparing documentation in accordance with AS9102 or equivalent requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to investigate machining defects and process variation using root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies such as 5 Whys, fishbone analysis, 8D, and DMAIC.
• Experience resolving machining-related quality issues, including dimensional nonconformances, tolerance stack-up concerns, tool wear, part distortion, surface-finish defects, and process capability issues.
• Ability to participate in design and manufacturing reviews to assess inspectability, producibility, datum structures, tolerance schemes, and manufacturing risk.
• Experience reviewing and approving nonconformance records, dispositions, corrective actions, and supplier or internal manufacturing escapes.
• Working knowledge of process capability and quality performance analysis, including Cp, Cpk, trend analysis, statistical process control, and first-pass yield.
• Familiarity with APQP, PFMEA, control plans, Lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma principles.
• Experience conducting Quality Management System and manufacturing process audits; knowledge of AS9100 requirements preferred.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer certification preferred.
• Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or comparable certification preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality systems, processes, and procedures in compliance with AS9100, ISO9000, and other relevant standards.
• Conduct quality audits and inspections to ensure adherence to quality standards and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Support manufacturing operations by providing quality expertise and ensuring products meet customer requirements.
• Analyze quality data and trends to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Train and mentor team members on quality practices and procedures.
• Participate in new product development projects to ensure quality is integrated from the outset.
• Maintain documentation and records in accordance with quality system requirements.
• Other activities as assigned

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’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 Regulations

Applicants 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 (DBIDS) 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 (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

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.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.