Senior Manufacturing Engineer for Rocket Engine MRO
3 weeks ago
Role Summary
Blue Origin is seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer III to join our team in the Blue Origin Operations department. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing a team of engineers to support the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of the BE-4 rocket engine.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement and optimize new processes for rocket engine MRO and test processes.
- Translate engineering intent from drawings and configurations into fully functional hardware by developing manufacturing work instructions.
- Handle build sequence, cost, quality, and schedule of hardware throughout the manufacturing process.
- Conduct DFMA and PFMEA studies to improve the design-to-build feedback loop.
- Collaborate with vendors to develop new manufacturing techniques.
- Work with multi-functional teams to improve designs, processes, and equipment.
- Use data from DFMA and PFMEA studies to drive decisions and process improvements.
- Perform root cause analysis for non-conformances and deploy corrective actions.
- Build and modify manufacturing work instructions to address non-conformances.
- Apply lean manufacturing methodologies for process development and problem-solving.
- Design, procure, install, and qualify custom manufacturing equipment and fixtures.
- Operate and fix equipment as needed.
- Travel for training and support activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering (or related field) from an accredited university.
- Min 5 yrs Validated experience in manufacturing engineering.
- Prior experience leading teams.
- Understanding of mechanical design and manufacturing fundamentals, including GD&T knowledge.
- Experience with MRO of aircraft, turbomachinery, or aerospace hardware.
- Proficiency in technical software (CAD, scheduling, issue tracking, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Experience crafting English work instructions for technicians and inspectors.
- Experience working in electronic MES systems for real-time redlining.
- Willingness to work extended hours when needed.
- Attention to detail and results-driven approach.
- Passion for rockets, space, and our mission.
- Experience processing non-conformances.
- Ability to earn trust, maintain professional relationships, and cultivate a culture of inclusion.
- U.S. citizenship or status as a U.S. national, permanent resident, or a refugee/asylum grantee.
Preferred Qualifications
- 8+ yrs proven experience in manufacturing engineering.
- Extensive experience in high-rate aerospace and/or automotive assembly lines.
- Ability to develop processes aligned with industry quality systems such as AS9100.
- Understanding of rocket engine components and systems.
- Experience establishing new production lines.
- Proficiency in Creo and Creo Illustrate.
Work Schedule
First shift position, Monday - Friday, 7 AM to 4 PM.
About Blue Origin
Blue Origin is a privately funded aerospace manufacturer and spaceflight services company founded by Jeff Bezos in 2000. Our mission is to make humanity a multi-planetary species and to enable a future where millions of people live and work in space.
Benefits
Blue Origin offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 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.
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, diverse, and dedicated work force.
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