Machine Shop Helper - Kent R&D

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.

We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of specialists, you will have the opportunity to provide support for machining and manufacturing operations in a world class R&D environment. You will work both in a team and independently to learn and perform supporting tasks in a machine shop environment. You will support Senior Machinists in the daily operations including setting up and tearing down tools, organizing and cleaning machines and shop supplies, performing simple machining operations on manual and CNC equipment, deburring and polishing hardware, and preparing material for further machining. This position offers a chance for you to learn machining and manufacturing from the ground up from some of the most skilled professionals in the world. This role offers a substantial opportunity for growth and long-term development.

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate a willingness to perform dirty and tedious work, a strong desire to learn the trade of machining, have a positive attitude, and strong attention to detail. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Special Mentions:

• Shifts available:

  • M-F 0500-1330

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Cleaning machines inside and out along with other equipment and parts

• Sweeping and mopping floors and other work areas

• Operating lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts

• Deburring, polishing, and cleaning machined components

• Purchasing tools and equipment as directed

• Building and tearing down machining cutting tools

• Organizing and maintaining cutting tools, tool holders, collets, and other equipment

• Supporting the shop’s 5S initiatives

• Using hand tools to assemble or disassemble furniture, tooling carts, and other pieces of equipment

• Creating digital lists of tools, materials, and other components for tracking inventory

• Developing digital Standard Operating Procedures for routine tasks

• Authoring basic work orders for machining and post-processing operations

• Delivering and retrieving parts or tools from local vendors and other workcenters

• Providing excellent customer service to all current and potential customers within Blue Origin

• Working both independently and collaboratively within a team of individual contributors to enable every member to succeed in their respective tasks

Minimum Qualifications:

• Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space!

• High School Diploma or GED

• Willingness to perform simple, menial, dirty, and sometimes repetitive tasks

• Skilled with the use of personal computers and Microsoft Windows based applications

• Desire to learn machining and fabrication from the ground up

• Ability to perform physical tasks such as sitting or standing for long periods, bending, stooping, lifting or carrying heavy materials (up to 50 lbs.) unassisted

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality

• A desire to be customer-centric and quickly facilitate functional solutions with minimal oversight

• Self-motivated while working independently to prioritize projects to meet completion dates

• Able to work as a part of team in a fast-paced, constantly evolving and dynamic environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with hands-on skills such as woodworking, welding, or automotive repair

• Familiarity with the safe operation of metalworking mills, lathes, and supporting equipment

• Familiarity with precision inspection equipment such as calipers and micrometers

• Familiarity with engineering drawing interpretation and inspection using GD&T per ASME Y14.5

• Experience in an aerospace environment

• Experience in fast-paced, R&D environments

• Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts

 

Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $21.03 - $29.44

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 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 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 EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.