Supervisor - Tube Shop (Second Shift)
BLUE ORIGIN
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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
We are a diverse 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.
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Facilities, and Security. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.
As part of a diverse and hardworking team of specialists, you will be responsible for supporting Fluids Systems Components to perform development, qualification and acceptance testing of vehicle flight components and sub-assemblies. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of high pressure fluid systems, cryogenic fluids and data acquisition systems. By leading the day-to-day operations of the Precision Tube Shop, including developing resource plans, training/OJT profiles, assigning tasks, prioritizing work orders and conducting performance reviews you will directly impact the history of space exploration!
Special Mentions:
Relocation Provided
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This position will require shift flexibility to align with changes in business need. Shift schedules are outlined below:
A Shift: Monday-Thursday 5:00AM-3:30PM
B Shift: Monday-Thursday 3:00PM-1:30AM
C Shift: Friday-Sunday 5:00AM-5:30PM
D Shift: Friday-Sunday 5:00PM-5:30AM
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Support the qualification effort of flight critical fluid system manufacturing processes including CNC tube bending, Orbital Tube Welding, precision tube inspection and Hydrostatic pressure testing
Work with engineering to develop a production readiness state through process standardization and documentation
Support the development of specialized training/OJT packages as required. Maintain department training matrix to continue workforce development, and retain the critical skills required.
Ensure area meets strict FOD and 5S requirements
Ensure area meets all Blue Origin specifications relative to Fluid System Components.
Assist in the forecasting and developing recovery plans for constraints critical to vehicle delivery schedule.
Interface with area leadership to prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals.
Implement and refine new manufacturing processes.
Review work instructions and provide recommended changes where necessary.
Ensure product quality and conformance to engineering specifications.
Develop and implement cost reductions processes and efficiency improvement measures.
Support the setup new production work areas, including layouts, and equipment setup, etc.
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
Minimum Qualifications:
5 years of experience in the fabrication, assembly and test of aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle fluid systems components, or equivalent relevant industry experience.
5 years of experience in tube manufacturing processes such as CNC tube bending and orbital tube welding
Ability to safely work around pressurized systems up to 10,000 PSIG
Previous Supervisor / Manager experience
Approachable disposition, broad-minded and open to rapid changing requirements
Calming demeanor in high pressure situations with tenacity to resolve conflict for permanent problem resolution
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
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 with CNC tube bending and orbital tube welding fabrication
Deep fundamental understanding of Aerospace manufacturing
Experience with in the field fabrication of pressurized fluid systems
Knowledge of high pressure, cryogenic, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical power systems.
Experience with Creo Parametric, Creo View, Windchill, and Jules software applications
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.
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.
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 as well as allow employees to share in company results.
Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.
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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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 “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.
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