Aerospace Welder II - B Shift

Apply locations: Arlington, WA time type: Full time posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id: R57080 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 experts, you will be responsible for welding multiple alloys using the TIG welding process and assist the manufacture, assembly, and test for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team9s impact on all aspects of production and development for rocket launch vehicles and spacecraft. Additional responsibilities include:

• TIG welding aerospace stainless steel and inconel hardware, using manual and/or automatic equipment
• Weld preparation including cutting, blending, chamfering and cleaning parts
• Support/prepare parts for post-weld inspection processes such as dye penetrant, X-ray and chemical treatments
• Design support and fabrication of tooling for welding and assembly
• Communicate with engineers on design concepts, offering suggestions for improvements to the design.
• CNC system programming, both at the machine control and with offline software to include multi-axis programming.
• Setup, operate, and troubleshoot laser equipment.
• Perform Strip Welding and Installation on Flight Hardware
• Review, edit and follow Work Instructions for welding and assembly work
• Safely work within an industrial environment
• Ability to work off-shifts
• Other Duties as assigned.

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! Qualifications:

• Experience with DC- and AC-TIG welding of aerospace stainless steels and aluminum, inconel alloys
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; and the ability to document and maintain accurate records
• Ability to use precision hand tools, standard mechanical tools and fabrication shop equipment, also develop fixtures/tooling.
• Familiar with use of personal computers

Desired:

• Orbital welding experience or knowledge
• Familiarity with tube fabrication (bend, flare, fittings, etc.) and pressurized system safety
• Knowledgeable in the use of 3-D CAD tools (CREO is preferred), and ability to read and interpret GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard
• Knowledge of drawing review, scheduling and work order systems, inventory and various issue tracking systems
• Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware
• Machining experience
• Crane Operator/Lift Coordinator Experience

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $29.47-$41.25 Other site ranges may differ Culture Statement Don9t 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 you9re excited about this role but your past experience doesn9t 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: Blue9s 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 (CDL drivers only) , vehicle inspection requirements , CDL requirements (if applicable)and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training .
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtainand maintain Merchant Mariner Credential which includes pre-employmentand random drug testingas well as DOT physical

Benefits

• Benefits include:Medical , dental , vision , basicand supplemental life insurance , paid parental leave , shortand long-term disability , 401(k)with a company matchof up to5% ,and an Education Support Program .
• Paid Time Off:Up tofour(4) weeks per year basedon weekly scheduled hours,and up to14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependenton role typeand job level employeesmay be eligiblefor benefitsand bonusesbasedonthe company9s intentto reward individual contributionsandenable themto share inthe company9s resultsor other factorsatthe company9s sole discretion.Bonus amountsand eligibilityarenot guaranteedandsubjectto change/cancellation.Please checkwith your recruiterformoredetails.

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