Technician III - Additive Manufacturing at Blue Origin · Huntsville

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.

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 specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will be responsible for Additive Manufacturing machine set up, operation, monitoring, and build-to-build changeover as well as some preventive maintenance. These machines and processing equipment support Blue Origin's various spaceflight systems. You will monitor and record operational information such as functional issues related to laser melt pool, material consumption rates, material inventory, and build start and completion dates. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of Additive Manufactured spaceflight and supporting hardware, continuous improvement, automation, and process development.

The Additive Manufacturing (AM) Technician position is very hands-on and offers critical insight into the daily AM machine/equipment functions that may not be well understood by AM Programmers, AM Applications, and/or the management team.

Special Mentions

• Relocation provided
• Travel required: This position requires travel to other Blue Origin sites for training on AM equipment, processes, and control media. Travel is typically scheduled in two- to three-week increments, and may occur during onboarding as well as when new equipment or processes are introduced.
• Shift availability (shift assignment determined at time of offer):
  • A Shift: Monday–Thursday 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • B Shift: Monday–Thursday 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM
  • C Shift: Friday–Sunday 5:00 AM – 5:30 PM
  • D Shift: Friday–Sunday 5:00 PM – 5:30 AM

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Operate machinery safely, including PIT equipment, overhead cranes, printers, and sieves 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, schedulers, machinists, and technicians across multiple work centers.
• Travel to other Blue Origin sites for two- to three-week training assignments to complete equipment and process training, and bring that knowledge back to the Huntsville team.
• 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 the 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.
• Log and maintain data while on the production floor through mobile workstations and tablets. Deep understanding of Microsoft Windows and iOS devices.

Minimum Qualifications

• 4+ years hands-on Metallic Additive Manufacturing production experience.
• Associate degree in an applicable technical discipline from an accredited school or institution: Mechanical, Manufacturing Technology, Electromechanical, Optics, Lasers, Machining, etc.
• 4+ years manufacturing experience in an advanced technology operations environment.
• Proven long-term success within previous employment with a work history greater than 2 years.
• Proven ability to operate/work with complex processes and equipment including but not 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.
• Ability and willingness to work any assigned shift, including nights and weekends.
• Ability and willingness to travel to other Blue Origin sites for training, in assignments of two to three weeks at a time.
• 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.

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.

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.