Pipe Welder I

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

• Apply technical expertise and leadership skills to positively impact safe human spaceflight.
• Contribute to the development of weld schedules meeting AWS D17.1 Class A inspections requirements.
• Lead and mentor less experienced technicians and welders.
• Operate material handling equipment and perform 5S methodology and lean initiatives.
• Pass a practical Weld Test (1F, 3F, 2G, 3G and 6G).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints and technical work instructions.
• Self-sufficient, self-starter and driven.
• 0-2+ years of experience GTAW welding in a manufacturing production environment.
• Proficient in using Microsoft office suite applications.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50lbs.
• Able to pass a practical Weld Test (1F, 3F, 2G, 3G and 6G).

Qualifications

• Substantial ability using hand tools and precision measuring equipment.
• Experience with mechanized welding technologies.
• Expert level of confidence in aerospace manufacturing specifications for structural and welded assemblies.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment (forklift, crane, hoist, man lift, etc.).
• Willingness to develop/learn new welding processes.

Skills

• Knowledge of Geometric tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience with 5S methodology and lean initiatives.
• Current GTAW certifications in accordance with AWS D17.1.

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

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Shifts: A | Mon-Thurs (5am-3:30pm)

Benefits

• Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• 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.

Culture 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 an 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.

Background Check Required for all positions

• Blue’s Standard Background Check
• Driver Qualification Files
• Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding)
• Road Test
• Hours of Service
• Drug and Alcohol Testing
• Vehicle Inspection Requirements
• CDL requirements (if applicable)
• Hazardous Materials Transportation/Shipping Training

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.

Additional Information

• EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com - Contact for information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans or reasonable accommodations.