Blue Origin
spaceflight
TechnicianTubeShop
“Technician - Tube Shop at Blue Origin. Skills: assembly, integration, testing, troubleshooting, fault isolation, tube fabrication, aerospace systems. Provide hands-on technical support to engineering, production, and manufacturing teams. Perform activities such as assembly, integration, testing, modification, and checkout of aerospace systems and hardware”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure all systems meet rigorous quality and safety standards; Ensure the integrity and reliability of assembled systems; Promote safety and operational efficiency
Industry & Context.
troubleshoot; fault isolation; remedy malfunctions
Capable of lifting 50 lbs, working at heights (work stands, ladders, lifts), working in confined spaces, 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 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
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
Nice to Have
Industry certification, trade school training, and/or degree in related field, Tube bending experience (CNC and Hand Bending), Direct experience with cryogenic fluid systems, avionics integration, and aerospace launch vehicle or spacecraft assembly, Knowledge of precision assembly processes, especially for large aerospace components, technical and leadership skills with attention to detail, especially when leading teams on complex integration tasks, Effective communication and collaboration skills in, cross-functional teams, Continuous improvement mindset and curiosity for optimizing processes, Experience with payloads, fairings, capsules, and operation of industrial power vehicles (e.g. , forklift, scissor lift, boom lift), Willingness to work overtime
What You'll Do.
Provide hands-on technical support to engineering
and manufacturing teams
Perform activities such as assembly
and checkout of aerospace systems and hardware
and troubleshoot prototype and production electro-mechanical systems
and specialized test equipment
Perform operational tests
and assist in remedying malfunctions
and inspect tubes and tube assemblies for space launch vehicles
Assemble and integrate subcomponents and final assemblies of all major structural
and avionic systems according to engineering specifications
Configure production work areas with necessary tooling and equipment
Perform operational tests
and fault isolation to ensure the integrity and reliability of assembled systems
Support the transition from development to production
Perform preventative maintenance as needed
Cut and prepare raw tube material prior to being fabricated into tube assemblies
Prepare and inspect tubes for quality conformance
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate on transforming how our tanks and hardware are made and integrated; Effective communication and collaboration skills in, cross-functional teams
Communication Scope
Effective communication and collaboration skills
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