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Technician - Assembly & Integration | All Shifts All Levels

Blue Origin · Merritt Island, FL · 3 wk ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time

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 Assembly & Integration Technician responsibilities at Blue Origin.

Responsibilities

  • Assemble and integrate subcomponents and final assemblies of all major structural, mechanical, fluid, and avionic systems according to engineering specifications.
  • Configure production work areas with necessary tooling and equipment to ensure efficient workflow and minimize delays during high-rate manufacturing transitions.
  • Operate precision calibrated tools (e.g., torque wrenches, micrometers) to maintain high safety and quality standards.
  • Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives for safety, efficiency, and productivity.
  • Perform operational tests, troubleshooting, and fault isolation to ensure the integrity and reliability of assembled systems.
  • Support the transition from development to production, performing preventative maintenance as needed.
  • Maintain clean and organized work areas following 5S principles to promote safety and operational efficiency.

Requirements

  • Experience Levels with aerospace manufacturing, integration, or another related field (0-3 years Level I Technician, 3+ Level II Technician, 5+ Level III Technician, 8+ Sr Level Technician).
  • Demonstrated ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications accurately.
  • Hands-on experience with assembly and integration of structural, mechanical, fluid, and avionic systems.
  • Proficient with precision calibration tools (torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers).
  • Capable of lifting 50 lbs and working at heights (work stands, ladders, lifts) and/or in confined spaces.
  • Experience with adhesives, sealants, and fasteners.
  • Basic proficiency in computer usage, including Windows and Microsoft Office applications.

Qualifications

  • Industry certification, trade school training, and/or degree in related field preferred.
  • Direct experience with cryogenic fluid systems, avionics integration, and aerospace launch vehicle or spacecraft assembly preferred.
  • Knowledge of precision assembly processes, especially for large aerospace components preferred.
  • Strong technical and leadership skills with attention to detail, especially when leading teams on complex integration tasks preferred.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills in diverse, cross-functional teams preferred.
  • Continuous improvement mindset and curiosity for optimizing processes preferred.
  • Experience with payloads, fairings, capsules, and operation of industrial power vehicles (e.g., forklift, scissor lift, boom lift) preferred.
  • Willingness to work overtime preferred.

Skills

  • Proficiency in precision calibration tools (torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers).
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications accurately.
  • Hands-on experience with assembly and integration of structural, mechanical, fluid, and avionic systems.
  • Basic proficiency in computer usage, including Windows and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Experience with adhesives, sealants, and fasteners.
  • Knowledge of precision assembly processes, especially for large aerospace components.
  • Strong technical and leadership skills with attention to detail, especially when leading teams on complex integration tasks.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills in diverse, cross-functional teams.
  • Continuous improvement mindset and curiosity for optimizing processes.
  • Experience with payloads, fairings, capsules, and operation of industrial power vehicles (e.g., forklift, scissor lift, boom lift).
  • Willingness to work overtime.

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

  • A | Mon-Fri (6am-2:30pm)
  • B | Mon-Fri (2pm-10:30pm)
  • C | Fri-Sun (6am-6:30pm)
  • D | Fri-Sun (6pm - 6:30am)

Location

Space Coast, FL

Relocation

Available

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