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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!\nThis 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 spacecommunicationsand will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatablemanufacturing. 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.\nAs part of a hardworking team of Machinists, NC Programmers and Technicians you willsetup, operate and maintain world class, state of the art CNC machines to fabricate components for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of CNC machining and fabrication. You will be responsible for setting up and operating a variety of CNC machines and equipment to produce accurate components enabling first article success on tight tolerance, high value parts.\nOther responsibilities include:\nHands on programming, set up and machining of 3, 4 and 5 axis mills, multi axis lathes, and development of critical machining processes\n\nWorking with engineering to document and standardize production processes\n\nPartner with leadership and engineering to prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals. This role will impact space flight programs and objectives!\n\nEnsure product quality and conformance to engineering specifications\n\nWe are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impactmanufacturability of system level components. Passion for our mission and vision is required!\nQualifications:\n8+ years experience with 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC machining\n\nExperience machining one or more of the following materials: nickel-basedstainless steelalloys (Inconel, Monel, etc.), Copper, Aluminum and/or Titanium\n\nExtensive experience with one or more of the following CNC machines: Mazak, Hass, DMG Mori, Mori Seiki, and/or Okuma\n\nWorking knowledge of Fanuc, Siemens,Mazatrolor other CNC controls\n\nExcellentblue printreading skills including GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard\n\nFamiliar with use of personal computers\n\nAbility to provide Design for Manufacturing feedback\n\nMustbe able to work second shift, weekend shift, or weekend second shift.\n\nMustbe physically able to climb ladders, stairs, work in small/restricted areas, and lift and carry35 lbs.\n\nAbility to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion\n\nDesired:\nTooling and fixture design.\n\nVertical Turning Lathe (VTL) experience\n\nOutside processing knowledgeincluding:heat treat, plating, coating, EDM, grinding, etc.\n\nCMM programming/operation experience\n\nCNC programming skills, preferably Mastercam X6thru2018\n\nConversational programming on the machine\n\nExperience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts\n\nBase Pay Range for:\nWA applicants is $39.34 - $55.07Other site ranges may differ\nCulture Statement\nDon’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.\nExport Control Regulations\nApplicants 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.\nBackground Check\nRequired for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check\nRequired 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\nRequired 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.\nRequired 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\nBenefits\nBenefits 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.\nStock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)\nPaid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.\nDependent 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. \nEqual Employment Opportunity\nBlue 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.\nAffirmative Action and Disability Accommodation\nApplicants 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 . Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. 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