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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 team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

Job Description

As part of a hardworking team of engineers and specialists, Manufacturing Planners will be responsible for developing and supporting New Glenn’s Structures Manufacturing Department. You will provide shipside support in the manufacturing of the GS1 Structures Module. Throughout the manufacturing process, you will be responsible in identifying, developing, and deploying methods to improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize build sequences and schedules.  You will support the authoring and redlining of work orders, management of non-conformances, and provide continuous improvement of work orders through close-out reviews and updating of templates.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

B Shift / 2nd shift                            Monday - Thursday (3:30 PM - 2:00 AM)

C Shift / Weekend shift                   Friday - Sunday (5:00 AM - 5:00 PM )

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provides shipside support.
• Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of various manufacturing plans, Bill of Materials, work instructions, and illustrations to define and document as-built configuration of major production hardware.
• Develops tooling requirements and initiates tooling orders based on manufacturing and engineering requirements.
• Update work orders and sequencing events to support delivery commitments for major hardware.
• Support NC Dispositioning.
• Functions as an individual contributor or as part of a cross functional team.  Helps train junior teammates as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• HS/GED/Equiv required. Associate degree or trade school in related discipline and/or 7+ years of manufacturing planner, or production experience or a combination of education and experience.
• Solid understanding of Manufacturing Engineering processes and procedures, including planning systems
•   Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures.
• Experience in Aerospace or industrial manufacturing
•   5+ years of experience developing detailed plans and schedules
• Understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing including working knowledge of GD&T.
• Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills (Scheduling, Issue Tracking, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)
• Ability to develop processes compliant to industry quality systems such as AS9100
• General proficiency with CAD.
• Extremely customer-focused with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with teams across large geographic distances
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships
• 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

• Aerospace/Launch vehicle experience. 
• Hands-on experience assembling mechanical components with an operational understanding of tooling, materials, fasteners, tolerances, and build methodologies of hardware manufacturing.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing: assembly, integration, instrumentation, cleaning, non-destructive testing, leak testing, final acceptance testing of integrated hardware, fabrication, machining, etc.
• Approachable disposition, broad-mindedness, and openness to rapidly changing requirements.
• Ability to work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities.
• Intense curiosity for understanding the details of our business and how to optimize it.
• Broad experience in hardware manufacturing: assembly, integration, instrumentation, cleaning, non-destructive testing, leak testing, final acceptance testing of integrated hardware, fabrication, machining, etc.

•  Exceptional organizational and analytical skills and a proven ability to drive complex projects with minimal oversight.
• A continuous improvement mindset. Our job is never complete; we are always optimizing.

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
• Required for Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

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.
• 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.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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 [email protected]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.