Technician - Additive Manufacturing

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.

Job Summary 

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.

As part of a hardworking team of Additive Manufacturing professionals, you will perform part post processing on AM printed hardware. This position requires knowledge of electric or pneumatic hand tools such as impact wrenches, grinders, and air hammers/chisels, along with using safe working practices in support for various spaceflight systems. You will share the team’s impact on all aspects of Additively Manufactured spaceflight while supporting hardware, continuous improvement, and process development.

This position has three main areas that you will be required to support during your shift: Powder removal, Support removal, and Continuous Improvement. All of these tasks take a meticulous attention-to-detail, so that we can help identify and correct part defects such as cracks, poor surface finish or missing geometry.

Working in this area you will need working knowledge of inspection and measuring tools such as Borescopes, Scriber, Calipers, Micrometers, and Profilometer. You will be required to maintain and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and proactively identify any related shortcomings, identify job hazard analysis (JHA) shortcomings and aid in their authorship. You will need to perform general maintenance on equipment in area and be open to cross-training in other Additive Manufacturing work centers as needed.

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!

Position Specific Details:    

• Shifts: A | Mon-Thur , B | Mon-Thur, C | Fri-Sun, D | Fri-Sun    

• Location: Kent, WA

• Relocation: Available    

Key Responsibilities 

• Operate machinery in a safe manner, including PIT equipment, overhead cranes, and de-powdering equipment that support different alloys.

• Firm understanding of work instructions and applying proper documentation to each work order.

• Review and understand control media as it applies to work orders, referencing and documenting as needed throughout shift.

• Interface with a variety of stakeholders from within Additive including; programmers, schedules, machinist and technicians across multiple work centers.

• Position has a high degree of necessary physical mobility. Including climbing stairs, ladders and other lift devices. Position requires long periods of standing and covering long distances between work centers.

• Maintain a healthy, clean and organized work area.

• Support department initiatives on safety, 5S, continuous improvement and FOD control.

• Wear PAPR and PPE while on shift.

• Handle and process hazmat originating from 3D printers. Restock and apply passivation material at various collection and refill sites in facility.

• Handle and process raw materials used to feed 3D printers. Transporting and logging transactions while on shift.

• Handle and process printed parts with various lifting assists on a multitude of 3D printers.

• Logging and maintaining data while on production floor through mobile work stations and tablets. Deep understanding of Microsoft Windows and iOS devices.

Minimum Qualifications 

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing, Metallic Additive Manufacturing production experience, or related technical field

• Proven your ability to operate/work with complex processes and equipment including but limited to precision medical equipment, Robotics equipment and/or Metallic Additive Manufacturing (AM) machines.

• Ability to work with complex software interfaces to ensure the highest fidelity information for our internal and external customers.

• An attitude that insists on the highest standards: quality, attention-to-detail, and dedication to the rigors necessary to pursue human-space-flight goals.

• Ability to show technical process thinking, an eye for process improvement and demonstrated ability to adhere to schedule constraints.

• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office

• 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  

Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $22.89 - $32.04

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’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

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