Manufacturing Engineer II – Lunar – A Shift – Crew Systems

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.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic Manufacturing Engineer to join our Operations team at Blue Origin. This role will lead the design and implementation of efficient manufacturing systems, ensure stringent quality control throughout production, and optimize supply chain logistics specific to Production/Operations. The ideal candidate will be results-driven, skilled in resource management, and committed to high-quality standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance production timelines. By leveraging advanced technologies and methodologies, you will contribute to improving manufacturing techniques, ensuring Blue Origin's continued innovation and excellence in aerospace engineering.

We are returning humankind to the Moon — and this time, people are coming with us. On the MK2 Crew Systems team, you will own the manufacturing of the hardware that makes the vehicle livable and operable for its crew — partnering with the design and responsible engineers who conceive it to carry a product from concept all the way to the flight units that fly. It's open-ended, hands-on, dev-to-production work.

Special Mentions

• Shifts: 1st | Mon–Fri (8am–5pm)

• Location: Renton, WA (fully onsite]

• Relocation: Available

Key Responsibilities

• Take an assigned crew-systems product from concept through production readiness — planning Production Readiness Reviews (PRRs) and assessing Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRLs) and Production Readiness Levels (PRLs).

• Provide Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) support, partnering with design and responsible engineers to influence designs early for producibility.

• Translate engineering requirements into robust, repeatable manufacturing processes.

• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, tool designs, and inspection plans.

• Support the build of development and flight units, resolving process and hardware issues on the floor and capturing lessons learned.

• Support root cause analysis of process or product non-conformances; develop and implement corrective actions that enhance reliability and performance.

• Participate in process FMEAs, risk assessments, and validation of new production lines and equipment.

• Ensure all work aligns with applicable quality and safety standards (AS9100, ISO 9001), supporting a safe and sustainable future in space.

• Identify and integrate automation and digital tools into daily ME operations to eliminate non-value-added tasks.

• Lead cross-functional manufacturing engineering, coordinating across Design, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or process engineering role

• 1+ years of experience creating English work instructions

• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify and resolve manufacturing risks and drive process improvements

• Must 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 asylum.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience manufacturing crewed-spacecraft or human-rated hardware — or human-in-the-loop systems where the equipment is used directly by people.

• Hands-on fabrication and assembly experience in aerospace applications, and taking hardware from development into production (NPI).

• Understanding of manufacturing readiness frameworks (MRLs, PRLs) and industry standards (AS6500 or similar).

• Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Manufacturing Execution System (MES) tools (e.g., Teamcenter, Windchill).

• Understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing, including GD&T, and a foundation in DFM/DFA.

• Experience working with Bill-of-materials (BOM) and BOM reconciliation.

• Experience with AI/ML technologies, data analytics tools, or digital manufacturing platforms.

• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, root-cause/corrective-action, and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Familiarity with quality and safety standards (AS9100, ISO 9001).

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an emphasis on collaboration across teams, customers, and suppliers.

• An attitude of world-class mission assurance, quality, attention to detail, and dedication.

 

Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $91,852.00 - $128,592.45

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, 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.