Aerospace Welder - Robotic Welding

About the role

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which includes Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. It involves Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate robotic weld systems.
• Manual welding.
• Precision drilling in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications for internal tank installations.
• Setup new production work areas, including layouts, tooling, and equipment.
• Perform second party verifications and hardware inspections to engineering models, drawings, specifications, and written work instructions.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and correct discrepancies by modification, rework, repair, and/or maintenance.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurrence control.
• Setup and operate a wide range of precision calibrated tools such as torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, and optical measuring instruments.
• Perform routine maintenance functions such as daily clean-up of work areas to support 5S, FOD, and Safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned or otherwise beneficial to fulfilling the mission.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 0 - 3 years of experience in automated welding equipment.
• Experience in manufacturing, integration, or another relevant field.
• Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.
• Ability to work in confined spaces for extended periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks such as climbing ladders/stairs, lifting heavy items up to 50lbs, and blending welds.
• Ability to work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities.
• Ability to work any shift, extended overtime hours, and weekends if/when necessary, as directed.
• Self-sufficient, self-starter and driven.
• Metallurgical knowledge.
• Ability to fabricate and use hand tools on an expert level.

Qualifications

• Industry certification, trade school training and/or degree in related field.
• Extensive experience in aerospace manufacturing environments.
• Experience fabricating jigs and fixtures for complex aerospace components.
• Advanced knowledge of tube bending, facing, and cleaning techniques.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues effectively.
• Military experience.
• Familiarity with aerospace cleanliness standards and maintaining a compliant workspace.
• Culture Statement

Skills

• Ability to operate various material handling equipment including forklifts, overhead cranes, aerial lifts, truck-trailer combinations, and other group support equipment as required.
• Ability to set up and operate a wide range of precision calibrated tools such as torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, and optical measuring instruments.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance functions such as daily clean-up of work areas to support 5S, FOD, and Safety.

Benefits

• 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%.
• 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.

Pay

N/A

Schedule

• B Shift (Mon - Thu 3:00pm - 1:30am)
• C Shift (Fri - Sun 5:00am - 5:30pm)