Welder/Laser Operator II

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Blue Origin provides spaceflight services including orbital launch, lunar transport, satellite deployment, and suborbital tourism using advanced reusable rocket technology.

Job Profile

The company is searching for a Welder/Laser Operator II who will be responsible for welding multiple alloys using the TIG welding process and assisting in the manufacture, assembly, and testing of various spaceflight systems.

Education Level

• High School Diploma (credible)

Work Experience

• Experience with DC- and AC-TIG welding of aerospace stainless steels and aluminum, Inconel alloys
• Crane Operator/Lift Coordinator Experience
• Machining experience
• Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight-critical hardware
• Orbital welding experience or knowledge

Duties/Responsibilities

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

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings
• Ability to use precision hand tools, standard mechanical tools, and fabrication shop equipment, also develop fixtures/tooling.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to document and maintain accurate records
• Familiar with the use of personal computers
• Familiarity with tube fabrication (bend, flare, fittings, etc.) and pressurized system safety
• Knowledge of drawing review, scheduling, and work order systems, inventory, and various issue tracking systems
• Knowledgeable in the use of 3-D CAD tools (CREO is preferred), and the ability to read and interpret GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard

Work Environment

• Exposure to bright lights, heat, and noise
• Follows safety and quality standards
• Handles heavy materials and equipment
• Operates in an industrial shop setting
• Stands for long periods

Benefits/Perks

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short/long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results.

Employer’s Statement

Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.