Mechanical Integration Technician II

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.

As part of a diverse and hardworking team of Integration Technicians, you will be responsible for launch systems fabrication and operation, facility operation, maintenance and integration for various spaceflight systems.

You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of launch pad systems.

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!

Responsibilities :

Launch pad system fabrication, operation and maintenance : Fabrication, routing, and testing of pressurization and propellant tubing.

Installation and checkout of wire harnesses and instrumentation.Machine shop equipment operation and maintenance.Reviewing, editing and following test procedures.

Operation of test equipment.General trouble shooting of instrumentation, valve actuation, and system performance.

• Communication with engineers on design concepts / improvements and development tests.
• Planning and communicating assembly steps for complex mechanical installations.
• Providing design feedback on system installation and operation.
• Safely working with hazardous chemicals and high pressure systems.

Qualifications :

• 5+ years of experience in rocket engine test facility support, machine shop equipment, or closely related applications.
• Demonstrated ability to work with : Test, flight and safety critical hardware.Standard mechanical tools, fabrication shop equipment.
• Experience with pneumatic systems, propellant loading and off-loading systems.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings - GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. work in adverse weather conditions and climb stairs and ladders.
• 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.

Desired :

• 7+ years’ experience in propulsion facility / system or launch vehicle operation, integration or maintenance.
• Working knowledge of a variety of rocket propellants, including hydrogen peroxide, RP, and cryogenics.
• Knowledge in the use of 3D CAD tools (CREO is preferred).
• Familiarity with tube fabrication (bend, flare, fittings, hydrostatic testing) and pressurized system safety.
• Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes, forklifts scissor lifts and man lifts in close proximity to flight critical hardware and systems.
• MIG / TIG, orbital welding experience.

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.

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.

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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members.

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, gender, 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.

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