Title: Engineer - Weld

Location: Grandview, MO

Position Type: Full time

Requisition ID: R56811

Description:

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.

Applies advanced welding engineering principles to develop, implement, and optimize welding processes for aerospace components, structures, and systems. Responsible for ensuring welding quality, reliability, and compliance with aerospace standards while supporting the manufacturing of launch vehicles, spacecraft, and ground support equipment.

This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.

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!

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 15% of the time
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and qualify welding procedures for aerospace applications including aluminum, stainless steel, nickel alloys, and other advanced materials
• Implement and maintain welding quality standards in compliance with AWS, ASME, and aerospace-specific requirements
• Provide technical support for production welding operations and resolve manufacturing issues
• Lead weld failure investigations and root cause analysis
• Design and implement weld fixture requirements and tooling solutions
• Support NDE/NDT activities related to weld quality verification
• Create detailed welding documentation including work instructions, process specifications, and quality inspection criteria
• Analyze weld metallurgy and mechanical properties to optimize process parameters
• Evaluate and implement new welding technologies including automation opportunities
• Train and mentor welders on proper techniques and procedures
• Participate in design reviews to assess weldability and manufacturability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design Failure Mode Effects Analysis (DFMEA)
• Support supplier management for outsourced weld operations

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in welding engineering for precision applications
• Knowledge of various welding processes including GTAW, GMAW, EB, Laser, and Resistance welding
• Experience with weld quality standards and inspection methods (radiography, ultrasonic testing, penetrant testing)
• Proficiency with weld procedure qualification and documentation
• Understanding of metallurgy and material properties related to welding
• Experience with weld fixture design and tooling requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Welding Engineering or Materials Science
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or Certified Welding Engineer (CWE) credentials
• Experience in aerospace or defense industry welding applications
• Knowledge of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, AWS D17.1, or similar aerospace welding standards
• Experience with welding automation, robotics, or digital manufacturing technologies
• Background in pressure vessel or cryogenic system manufacturing
• Experience with additive manufacturing or advanced joining technologies
• Knowledge of non-destructive evaluation techniques specific to welded structures
• Experience with welding process development for flight hardware

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 (CDL drivers only), 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.

• 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.

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