Blue Origin
spaceflight
MachineProgrammer
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“Machine Programmer at Blue Origin. Skills: CNC programming, NX/UG, MasterCam, Blueprint reading, GD&T, Machining. Produces machined parts, products, or components by programming and operating computer numerical control (CNC) production equipment. Prepares, programs, and operates CNC machinery”
What You'll Achieve.
Produce machined parts, products, or components; Meet quality and productivity standards
Industry & Context.
Troubleshoots and resolves errors or discrepancies; Problem solvers
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, Ability to support off shifts, Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware, 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 (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training, Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Minimum 15 years of hands-on manufacturing experience, Minimum 10 years in CNC programming with NX/UG or MasterCam, Excellent blueprint reading skills including GD&T per ASME Y14. 5M-1994 standard, Tools fixture design, Set-up sheet creation, Determining initial feeds and speeds, Cutter selection and when needed cutter design, 5 years of machining experience and working with hardened metals, Design for manufacture experience, Nickel based alloys and Aluminum experience, Fluent in use of precision hand tools and familiar with use of personal computers, Individual must be self-motivating to prioritize work to meet project completion dates
Nice to Have
NX experience preferred, Nickel based alloys, copper, Ti experience, Vericut or other program verification software experience, Ability to support off shifts, Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware, CMM programming/operation, Setup and operate CNC machines
What You'll Do.
Produces machined parts
or components by programming and operating computer numerical control (CNC) production equipment
and operates CNC machinery
or modifies operation sequences based on manufacturing sketches
Sets up machinery for production runs
Operates machinery to meet quality and productivity standards
Troubleshoots and resolves errors or discrepancies
Development of machining strategy to take design data and produce machined hardware
Develop manufacturing Mills/Lathes/Multi Axis Mills and Multi Axis Lathes/VTLs
Concept manufacturing plans
Design custom tools and fixtures as needed
Develop set-up sheets
Communicate with designers and machinists
Design for manufacture feedback
Make-buy decision support + machine time estimates
Process improvement (both machining actual inputs and administrative process changes)
Maintain configuration control on files and job records
Safely working within an industrial environment
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Communicate with designers and machinists; Collaboration; Teamwork
Communication Scope
Excellent Communication
Process & Methodology
Prioritize work to meet project completion dates, Maintain configuration control on files and job records
Full Job Description
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. 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! This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. Produces machined parts, products, or components by programming and operating computer numerical control (CNC) production equipment. Prepares, programs, and operates CNC machinery. Develops, edits, or modifies operation sequences based on manufacturing sketches, blueprints, or schematics. Sets up machinery for production runs, operates machinery to meet quality and productivity standards, and troubleshoots and resolves errors or discrepancies. **Special Mentions:** * Relocation provided. * Multiple positions available **Responsibilities include but are not limited to:** * Development of machining strategy to take design data and produce machined hardware. * Develop manufacturing Mills/Lathes/Multi Axis Mills and Multi Axis Lathes/VTLs * Concept manufacturing plans * Develop programs. * Design custom tools and fixtures as needed. * Develop set-up sheets. * Communicate with designers and machinists. * Design for manufacture feedback * Make-buy decision support + machine time estimates. * Process improvement (both machining actual inputs and administrative process changes) * Maintain configuration control on files and job records. * Safely working within an industrial environment * Material sizing **Minimum Qualifications:** * Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space! * Minimum 15
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