Technician - System Prototyping/Rapid Development | All Shifts All Levels

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.

Role Summary

As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished development team, you will be a senior technician supporting system prototyping and rapid development. You will work side‑by‑side with engineers to move designs from concept through development and into production, helping transform how rockets and space vehicles are made and operated.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced development environment, enjoy hands‑on problem solving, bring strong manual machining and CNC router experience, and don’t let a job title limit the scope of your contributions, we’d like to hear from you. This role directly impacts the history of space exploration and requires a strong commitment to safe, repeatable spaceflight.

Shift Details

A shift: Monday-Friday 6am-3:30pm

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the system prototyping and rapid development team to move designs from concepts to functional hardware and early production.
• Work side‑by‑side with engineering to: Interpret models and drawings
• Build and assemble prototypes
• Provide feedback on manufacturability and design improvements.

Operate and maintain shop equipment, including

• Manual mills and lathes (basic manual machining)
• CNC routers and associated CAM/workflow
• General fabrication tools, fixtures, and inspection equipment.
• Ensure product quality and conformance to engineering specifications and work instructions.
• Help document, standardize, and continuously improve production and development processes.
• Review and provide input on work instructions; recommend changes for clarity, safety, and efficiency.
• Support setup of new development work areas (layouts, tooling, equipment, and material flow).
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for area safety, quality, and throughput.
• Provide informal leadership and mentorship to less experienced technicians; support ongoing training and skills development.
• Collaborate closely with area leadership to prioritize work based on development and production needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned that support the mission and vision.

Basic Qualifications

• Significant experience (direct or indirect) working aerospace or complex hardware development programs or production lines.
• Hands‑on experience with: Manual machining (mills, lathes, basic surface prep and measurement)
• CNC router setup and operation (fixturing, tool selection, basic programming or program prove‑out).
• Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures.
• Strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities.
• Basic computer skills (Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.).
• Strong customer focus with effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively across various teams, including remote and geographically distributed partners.
• Continuous improvement mindset; comfortable identifying issues and proposing/implementing solutions.
• Willingness to work off‑shift, extended hours, overtime, and weekends as needed.
• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills with a proven ability to drive complex work with minimal oversight.
• Intense curiosity about the broader business and how to optimize processes, tools, and workflows.

Desired Qualifications

• 10+ years in an aerospace technician or equivalent role supporting development programs or production lines.
• Experience handling large aerospace components (rigging, lifting, fixturing, and safe movement).
• Experience in a team‑based lean manufacturing or continuous improvement environment (5S, visual management, standard work, etc.).
• Prior experience in a development/prototype shop or R&D environment where requirements and designs change rapidly.

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.

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 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.