Manufacturing/ Tooling Engineer

Employer 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.

As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of manufacturing engineers, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and standing up the tooling, fixtures, ground support equipment (GSE), and production work centers that build and process precision valve hardware. You will own tooling efforts from initial concept through fabrication and installation, and partner with product-specific manufacturing engineers for commissioning and production handoff — working directly with design engineering, manufacturing operations, supply chain, and facilities teams to ensure production systems are safe, repeatable, and ready to build hardware at rate.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, hands-on judgment, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required.

Special Mentions:

Relocation providedTravel expected up to 10% of the timeShift: Monday – Friday (weekday)Must be physically able to:

Support production floor activitiesLift and carry 40 lbs.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Design, develop, procure, install, and commission custom manufacturing tooling, fixtures, and GSE for precision valve assembly, test (leak and functional), and integrationLead work center and production line standup — including layout, flow design, capacity planning, and readiness validationOwn tooling development efforts end to end: define requirements, drive CAD design, manage vendor fabrication, and validate to production readinessDevelop and maintain tooling drawings and documentation packages to Blue Origin and ASME standards (Y14.5, Y14.100)Conduct GD&T analysis and tolerance stack-ups to ensure tooling meets assembly and functional requirementsDevelop Concepts of Operations (ConOps) for new tooling, defining how tools will be used on the factory floor to ensure safety, ergonomics, and process repeatabilityCollaborate with external suppliers and tooling fabricators through design, fabrication, and acceptance phasesSupport the development of manufacturing work instructions for tool use and work center operations across assembly, test, integration, and refurbishment processesDesign proper material handling and packaging solutions to protect precision hardware throughout the build and test processIdentify and implement improvements to tooling, fixturing, and production flow to drive gains in safety, quality, cost, and deliverySupport Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews and participate in design gated reviews to ensure tooling considerations are integrated earlyManage tooling configuration and maintain pedigree throughout the build and commissioning processMinimum Qualifications

BS in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university5+ years of direct experience in tooling design, GSE development, or manufacturing engineering with a strong tooling focusHands-on experience designing and developing tooling, fixtures, and GSE for precision mechanical assemblies — including tight tolerance assembly, part fixturing, leak testing, and functional acceptance testingProficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., Creo, NX, SolidWorks, or equivalent) for detailed tooling design and drawing productionStrong working knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawing standards (ASME Y14.5)Demonstrated ability to manage tooling projects from concept through production validation, including vendor coordination and schedule managementExperience standing up or significantly contributing to production work centers, assembly lines, or manufacturing cellsStrong written, verbal, and technical communication skills across all levels of the organizationMust 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 asylumPreferred Qualifications

Experience with design, manufacturing, and testing of fluid systems, valve mechanisms, or precision fluid control hardwareExperience with rate manufacturing environments — production line setup, flow optimization, and capacity planningExperience designing automated manufacturing equipment, PLC controllers, sensor integration, etc.Familiarity with pneumatic and hydraulic systemsFamiliarity with modular tooling, or reconfigurable fixture conceptsExperience with Windchill PLM softwareKnowledge of AS9100 Quality Management System (QMS)Experience developing tooling requirements documents, ConOps, or similar engineering specificationsSix Sigma Green Belt, 5S, Lean or equivalent continuous improvement experience
 Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $112,059.00 - $156,882.60

Other site ranges may differ

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 CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired 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.