Welding Engineer III - Advanced Mfg

Join Blue Origin's Team of Problem Solvers

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. 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.

As part of a hardworking team of engineers and fabricators, you will tackle welding/joining engineering problems for various spaceflight and support systems. You will specify, develop, and qualify joining processes (including LBW, GMAW, GTAW, PAW, etc.) on various Blue Origin projects, focusing on large structure fabrication. You will work closely with design, analysis, manufacturing, and quality groups to continue optimizing materials and processes while providing on-going support to existing configurations on the production floor. You will support activities such as parameter development, material/process selection, drawing reviews, manage qualification test campaigns, interact/audit external vendors, etc.

This position reports through the Advanced Manufacturing Fabrication Division, allowing for the opportunity to gain and share experiences across many projects. 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!

Qualifications

• B.S. degree or higher in welding engineering, materials engineering, or related field with 3+ years' experience or CWI with 5+ years' experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with at least 3 of the following processes: GTAW, FCAW, SMAW, LBW, GMAW, PAW.
• Extensive knowledge of welding processes across a variety of materials requiring testing at both cryogenic and elevated temperature ranges.
• Ability to learn, grow and tackle new challenges in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and task ownership, someone who demonstrates pride in all work and willingness to perform low-level tasks when needed.
• Experience qualifying and working in accordance with codes and standards (AWS D17.1, ASME BPVC Section IX, B31.3, AWS D1.1, 1.2, D1.6, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and handle small and large projects with internal and external customers.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
• Must be available to work all required shift hours, including overtime and weekends, as needed.

Desired

• Experience in large assembly / tooling fabrication.
• Experience with manufacturing drawing review including robust understanding of welding symbols.
• Ability and willingness to train cross-functional engineering teams on welding requirements and weldment design.
• Experience working with carbon and stainless steels, aluminum alloys, Ni-based Alloys, and/or other aerospace materials.
• Experience in hardware manufacturing processes, (i.e., castings, forgings, additively manufactured components, mechanized welding, machining, cleaning, non-destructive testing methods, tight tolerance assembly, leak testing, final acceptance testing of integrated hardware, working with large assemblies, etc.)
• Experience supporting design and manufacturing teams in an aerospace environment, including preparing specifications, test reports, and design substantiation documentation

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.

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 (CDL drivers only), 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.
• 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 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.

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