Technician - Assembly & Integration

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 (3+ years for Level II).
• 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 cross-functional teams preferred.
• A 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 using a wide range of manufacturing and diagnostic tools.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong commitment to supporting Blue Origin’s mission of safe and reliable spaceflight.

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

Base Pay Range For WA applicants is $24.74 - $34.63. Other site ranges may differ.

Schedule

Shifts: C | Fri-Sun (6am-6:30pm)

Relocation

Available