Waterjet Operator II - Second Shift

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Facilities, and Security. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will be responsible for part development and operation for the OMAX waterjet system for various spaceflight components. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of producing accurate programs, setting up sheets for fabrication and production of parts enabling first article success on tight tolerance high value parts.

Special Mentions

Second Shift: Monday – Thursday (3pm – 1:30am PST)

Relocation Provided

Additional Responsibilities Include

Development of machining strategy to take design data and produce machined hardware.

Concept manufacturing plans

Develop programs.

Develop set-up sheets.

Communicate with designers, engineers, and machinists.

Provide design for manufacture feedback.

Make-buy decision support + machine time estimates.

Load and unload material into machine

De-burr, de-tab and clean parts as required.

Use and apply 2D CAD software to projects.

Process improvement (both machining actual inputs and administrative process changes)

Maintain configuration control on files and job records.

Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on the machine.

Safely working within an industrial environment

Material sizing/nesting

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of 1 year of experience in OMAX Layout and programming or FLOW waterjet programming.

Excellent blueprint reading skills.

Basic computer skills and the ability to learn new programs.

Basic machine shop math skills.

Tooling fixture design

Set-up sheet creation

Design For Manufacture experience

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Fluent in use of precision hand tools

Individual must be self-motivating to prioritize work to meet project completion dates.

Be able to maintain confidentiality.

Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Preferred Qualifications

Stainless, carbon steel, and aluminum cutting and programming and understanding the fundamental differences.

Ability to troubleshoot and maintain OMAX 55100 4’ x 8’ machine.

Ability to provide maintenance forecasting, as well as maintenance services on OMAX 55100 pump and systems.

Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware.

Ability to work irregular shifts.

Compensation range for onsite WA applicants is $29.03-$40.65.

Other site ranges may differ.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.

Benefits

Benefits include: 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%, and an Education Support Program.

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

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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