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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 Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin’s mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design.As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will own R&D process development and qualification for space solar array assembly from incoming solar modules through a completed, tested array ready for integration with deployment hardware. You will lead tooling and equipment commissioning, drive value stream mapping from prototype to high-rate production, mentor junior engineers and technicians, and work shoulder-to-shoulder with design, mechanisms, test, and automation. This is a hands-on, prototype-to-production role: you will build the assembly process yourself and carry it from first builds toward high-rate production. We are primarily seeking a senior-level engineer, but are open to exceptional candidates at adjacent career levels whose manufacturing process development and assembly experience align with the needs of the role.\nResponsibilities include but are not limited to:\nOwn process development and qualification for solar array assembly: module joining, harness routing and installation, folding and stowage, handling of large, lightweight flight hardware, and electrical acceptance testing\nLead tooling and equipment selection, installation, and commissioning, including assembly and alignment fixtures, handling and transport equipment, and inspection and electrical test systems\nPartner with mechanisms and integration engineers to bring solar arrays and deployment hardware together into complete flight assemblies\nDrive value stream mapping (VSM) and takt time analysis from prototype builds to high-rate production; provide design for manufacturability (DFM) input to mechanical and electrical design teams\nDevelop and maintain process failure mode and effects analyses (PFMEAs) and control plans; lead root cause investigation and corrective action for process escapes and yield losses\nSupport environmental and functional test campaigns, including thermal vacuum (TVAC), thermal cycling, and electrical acceptance testing, and feed findings back into the process\nAuthor process specifications, work instructions, and traveler documentation in accordance with AS9100 and spaceflight quality requirements\nMentor junior engineers and technicians\nContribute to the cost reduction roadmap through yield improvement and cycle time reduction\nMinimum Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or Materials Engineering, or a related technical field\n7+ years (or 5+ years with a Master’s or Ph.D.) of hands-on experience in manufacturing process development in photovoltaics, electronics, spacecraft hardware, or comparable precision assembly\nExperience owning process development and qualification for a multi-step assembly, from first builds through a documented, repeatable process\nHands-on experience selecting, designing, or commissioning tooling, fixtures, or assembly equipment\nExperience writing process specifications, work instructions, or travelers in a quality-controlled environment (AS9100 or equivalent)\nWorking knowledge of PFMEAs, control plans, and root cause and corrective action methods\nDemonstrated ownership mentality: a track record of taking initiative, following through on commitments, and driving problems to closure without being asked\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to learn new processes and technologies quickly\nCollaborative team player with clear, direct communication skills and a history of working constructively across disciplines\nWillingness to seek and integrate feedback; an optimistic, resilient attitude in the face of technical and schedule challenges\nMust 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\nPrior solar or space experience is not required. Candidates from terrestrial PV, semiconductor, electronics, automotive, or aerospace manufacturing are encouraged to apply.\nPreferred Qualifications\nHands-on experience with spacecraft solar arrays, flexible or deployable PV, or comparable large-format flexible assemblies\nExperience with adhesives, tapes, and films; harness fabrication and installation for flight or high-reliability hardware\nExperience integrating hardware with deployable mechanisms\nExperience with statistical process control (SPC), measurement system analysis (gauge R&R), and electrical acceptance testing\nFamiliarity with space-grade PV assemblies and space environmental test requirements (TVAC, thermal cycling, ESD)\nExperience scaling a manufacturing process from research/engineering builds to high-rate production\nExperience establishing a new manufacturing facility or production cell from greenfield\nSpecial Mentions\nRelocation provided\nTravel expected: 25% peak, 10% average\nInterviews will include a technical assessment\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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