Manufacturing Engineer II - BE-4 Final Assembly

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

• Contribute to design for manufacturability (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), design for test (DFT)
• Translate engineering requirements into robust, repeatable manufacturing processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance production timelines
• Leverage advanced technologies and methodologies to improve manufacturing techniques
• Support root cause analysis of process or product non-conformances; develop and implement corrective actions
• Ensure all work aligns with applicable quality and safety standards (AS9100, ISO 9001)
• Participate in process FMEAs, risk assessments, and validation of new production lines and equipment
• Apply emerging AI technologies alongside traditional manufacturing engineering tools to optimize processes, reduce cycle times, and improve first-time quality
• Team Focus & Domain Expertise: Engines manufacturing team provides propulsion solutions for internal and external programs. Huntsville Engine Factory builds and tests engines for New Glenn vehicles using advanced machining and fabrication equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent)
• 3+ years Level 2 Manufacturing Engineer, 5+ years Level 3 Manufacturing Engineer, 8+ years Sr Manufacturing Engineer experience
• Experience in high-rate assembly lines for aerospace and/or automotive
• Experience with machining, assembly, welding, brazing, balancing rotating hardware, non-destructive testing, precision cleaning
• Understanding of engineering fundamentals, GD&T, tooling design and fabrication
• Organizational, project management, and presentation skills (Gantt charting, JIRA tickets, MS Project, Confluence, or similar)
• Experience working with Bill-of-materials and BOM reconciliation

Qualifications

• Must be able to work second shift and have flexibility to move shifts as needed
• Open to work extended hours if required

Skills

• Strong organizational, project management, and presentation skills
• Understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing
• Experience with emerging AI technologies
• Experience with manufacturing processes such as machining, assembly, welding, brazing, balancing rotating hardware, non-destructive testing, precision cleaning
• Experience working with Bill-of-materials and BOM reconciliation

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

TBD

Schedule

• Shift: A | Mon-Friday (7AM-4PM)
• Shift: B | Mon-Thurs (3pm-1:00AM)

Location

Huntsville, AL

Relocation

Available

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 (CDL drivers only), 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

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.