Technician - Assembly & Integration (Manual Machinist)

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 manual lathes to machine bellows components, end fittings, flanges, and related hardware to print specifications
• Hold dimensional tolerances to ±0.001" or tighter on finished components
• Provide tactical and technical support with focus on assembly of components and integrated systems
• May perform activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication, and assembly of sub components and systems
• Support rate manufacturing on B shift
• Read, interpret, and work directly from engineering drawings, GD&T callouts, and work orders
• Perform in-process and final inspection using precision measurement tools including micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and CMM fixtures
• Set up and operate manual turning equipment including tool selection, speed/feed calculations, and workholding configuration
• Fabricate and form metallic bellows from thin-wall tubing and sheet materials (stainless steel, Inconel, titanium, etc.)
• Perform weld prep, deburring, surface finishing, and cleaning operations per process specifications
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers and Quality Assurance to resolve non-conformances and improve processes
• Document work accurately in manufacturing traveler packages and ERP/MES systems
• Maintain equipment, tooling, and work area in accordance with 5S and FOD prevention standards

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on machining experience with a strong focus on manual lathe operation
• Demonstrated ability to consistently hold tolerances to ±0.001" on production hardware
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments (micrometers, bore gauges, height gauges, optical comparators)
• Working knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5
• Experience machining aerospace-grade materials including stainless steel, Inconel, and titanium
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and process documentation
• Familiarity with thin-wall and delicate workpiece handling and fixturing techniques
• Strong understanding of cutting speeds, feeds, and tooling selection for various materials
• High school diploma or GED required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with metallic bellows fabrication (hydroforming, mechanical forming, or welded bellows)
• Familiarity with CNC turning equipment as a supplement to manual operations
• Experience in an aerospace, defense, or nuclear manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of AS9100 quality management system requirements
• AWS D17.1 or equivalent welding inspection familiarity
• Journeyman Machinist certification or equivalent trade school credential
• Experience with NADCAP-regulated manufacturing processes

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
• Manual dexterity for handling precision, delicate components
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to coolants, lubricants, and metal particulates
• Use of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed footwear

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 (CDL drivers only)
• 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.

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.