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! 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. 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! As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will execute receiving inspection methodologies to support the manufacture, assembly, and test for various spaceflight systems. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight. Special Mentions: • Relocation provided • Shifts available:
- A Shift - Monday - Thursday (5:00AM - 3:30 PM)
Responsibilities: - Inspect material & hardware per engineering specifications, work instructions and standard industry practices.
- Review all supplied documentation for hardware acceptance per engineering requirements.
- Perform first article and receiving inspections.
- Provide inspection feedback to quality and engineering representatives.
- Document, track, and complete discrepancy reports.
- Provide inspection time estimates.
- Maintain and track all inspection equipment calibrations.
- Contribute to process improvements.
- Maintain configuration control on files and job records.
- Safely work within an industrial environment.
Qualifications: - 2+ years of experience in receiving or dimensional inspection of aerospace components.
- Aerospace, aviation, or space experience is a plus
- Superior blue print reading skills including GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Fluent in the use of precision hand tools, gages, optical comparator, and surface plate work.
- Ability to select the correct tool for the inspection task
- Familiar with the use of personal computers.
- Self-motivation and ability to prioritize projects to meet completion dates
- Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
Desired - CAD system knowledge, preferably Creo
- Inventory system knowledge
- Purchase order system management
- Faro and Verisurf knowledge
- Basic machining knowledge
- Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware
- Outside processing knowledge (heat treat, plating, coating, EDM, grinding, etc.)
Compensation Range for: WA applicants is $24.62-$34.46
Other site ranges may differ Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.
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.
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