Title: Software Engineer, Toolpath & Manufacturing Automation

Location: Greater Seattle Area

Position Type: Full time

Requisition ID: R65620

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.

Description:

As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will develop, evolve and maintain software to control manufacturing processes and contribute to the automation of advanced manufacturing workflows for various spaceflight components. You’ll take ownership of software that controls manufacturing processes at the machine level and at the facility level. Interfacing with machine subsystem engineers, facility automation engineers, machine and process operators, and internal customer design engineers and project leads, you’ll identify requirements and opportunities for implementation of capabilities touching many aspects of the integrated additive manufacturing system, from machine level control to facility level data integration. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

Responsibilities:

• Develop software to control manufacturing processes at the machine level and at the facility level
• Develop and integrate commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) and custom built computer-aided-design (CAD) and computer-aided-manufacturing (CAM) software for advanced manufacturing applications
• Contribute to the definition, implementation, and hands-on integration and maintenance of software-controlled electromechanical subsystems for various steps in the additive manufacturing process
• Implement data integrations and automated workflows to ensure that all relevant data and information is available to manufacturing engineers, design engineers, and manufacturing facility operators to support timely and effective design and manufacturing decisions
• Take ownership of identifying opportunities for improved reliability and efficiency of manufacturing processes through automation; own and drive the technical architecture, roadmap, and implementation
• Take ownership of identifying and resolving gaps in available data and information for manufacturing decision making

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a B.S. in computer science or equivalent and 4 years of experience in a related field
• Experience integrating motion control with higher level software platforms. (custom application and/or object oriented applications)
• Applications and development experience with closed loop controls
• Experience developing systems involving sensors and electromechanical actuators
• Database design, development, and management (SQL, NoSQL, XML) experience including Extract Transfer Load (ETL), unstructured and semi-structured data mining and extraction, and data warehousing
• Software scripting abilities with implementation languages (Python, Perl, C/C++/C#/Java, REST)
• Desktop application/toolchain integration and scripting/automation skills
• Record of good judgment in make/buy analysis and decision-making for software systems
• Experience in rapid application prototyping, development, deployment, and support
• Industrial control and automation skills
• Highly engaged and proactive with stakeholders in identifying opportunities and delivering solutions
• 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.

Desired:

• Hands-on experience with implementation and troubleshooting of cabinet and/or board-level electronics, electronic diagnostic equipment such as scopes and meters
• Additive and/or CNC manufacturing/fabrication experience
• Hands-on experience with materials and manufacturing processes
• Knowledgeable in the use of AWS or other cloud infrastructure
• Experience in time series and imagery data storage, management, automated feature extraction and analysis
• Experience with AEROTEC and/or Beckhoff control systems

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $164,652.00 - $230,512.80

Other site ranges may differ

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.

• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)

• 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.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants 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 EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.