CNC Machinist III-Weekend Night Shift

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.

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Facilities, and Produces machined parts, products, or components by programming and operating computer numerical control (CNC) production equipment.

Prepares, programs, and operates CNC machinery. Develops, edits, or modifies operation sequences based on manufacturing sketches, blueprints, or schematics.

Sets up machinery for production runs, operates machinery to meet quality and productivity standards, and troubleshoots and resolves errors or discrepancies.

Special Mentions

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 0% of the time
• Shift available :
• Evening-Night shift / Weekend (Friday- Sunday) 3x12 hour shifts -Great shift differential

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Hands on editing of NC programs, set up and machining of 3, 4 and 5 axis mills, multi axis lathes, and development of critical machining processes
• Working with engineering to document and standardize production processes
• Partner with leadership and engineering to prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals. This role will impact space flight programs and objectives!
• Ensure product quality and conformance to engineering specifications

Minimum Qualifications :

• Passion for our mission : Millions of people living and working in space!
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in machining aerospace components.
• Experience machining the following materials : nickel-based stainless steel alloys (Inconel, Monel, etc.), Copper, Aluminum and / or Titanium
• Extensive experience with one or more of the following CNC machines : Mazak, Hass, Kuraki and / or DMG Mori
• Experience with 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC machining (Horizontal, mill / turns)
• Working knowledge of Fanuc, Siemens, Mazatrol or other CNC controls
• Excellent blueprint reading skills including GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard
• Familiar with use of personal computers
• Ability to provide Design for Manufacturing feedback
• Must be physically able to climb ladders, stairs, work in small / restricted areas, and lift and carry 25 lbs.
• Must be able to work nights and overtime when necessary.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Tooling and fixture design.
• Vertical Turning Lathe (VTL) experience
• Outside processing knowledge including : heat treat, plating, coating, EDM, grinding, etc.
• CMM programming / operation experience
• CNC programming skills, preferably Mastercam X6 thru 2018
• Conversational programming on the machine
• Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts
• Working knowledge of Heidenhain

Compensation range for on site WA applicants is 35.82-49.73

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.

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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