Sr Fluid Component & Rebuild Specialist

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 individual will work alongside the Alabama Test Operations' Maintenance team at MSFC, in Huntsville, AL. As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team, you will be responsible for supporting MSFC Test Stand 4670's fluid component rebuild, troubleshooting, as well as the initial build/construction for upgrades to the stand in support of development, qualification and acceptance testing of Blue Engines. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of maintaining and upgrading the various components that make up the MSFC 4670 test facility including, but not limited to, valves, regulators, filters, check valves, and flow meters for various high and low pressure fluid systems as well as cryogenic fluid systems. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

This job is a 1st shift position, but will require ability to perform job duties outside of normal shift hours as needed. 10-20% Travel may also be required to support other sites during surge needs.

Responsibilities:

• Strong written, personal, and computer skills. Ability to communicate clearly and promptly within all areas of the organization

• Follow work instructions and drawings to perform disassembly, inspection, assembly of various mechanical and electro-mechanical components.

• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for permanent problem resolution

• Perform functional test of various components (valves, filters, regulators, etc.) for acceptance using high pressure pneumatics, cryogenics, or hydraulics. Troubleshoot, diagnose, and correct malfunctions using work instructions.

• Setup and operate test panels using flow meters, pumps, timers, power supplies, electrical meters, oscilloscopes, gages, Data Acquisition System (DAQ), and other auxiliary test equipment to record system data as needed.

• Assist in the design and fabrication of component checkouts as requested by engineering.

• Ability to maintain a high level of organization in workspaces to meet strict FOD and 5S requirements

• Ensure all components supporting assembly/materials are maintained clean and properly protected according to assembly specifications for fuel/oxygen systems

• Perform and coordinate periodic maintenance of equipment needed to perform component rebuild, troubleshooting, and checkouts.

• Perform periodic hydro or pneumatic proof tests of all flexible hoses used in workspace.

• Participate in Test Readiness and Risk Assessment Reviews to ensure compliance with Blue Origin Health and Safety Manual requirements.

• Review new designs for maintainability and operability.

• Monitor and maintain a reasonable inventory of cryogenic equipment, including transfer and storage Dewar’s, transfer tubes, fittings, hoses, and other supplies needed for performing component checkouts and build.

• Provide technical training and guidance for coworkers responsible for integration of Fluid Systems components.

• Support area Supervisors / Managers to develop specialized training/OJT packages as required

• Identify opportunities for workspaces, tools, manufacturing aids, safety improvements, and/or equipment that will improve operations and maintenance (O&M) up-keep of test facility components.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering with relative experience and/or 15 years of experience in the assembly and test of test stand facilities, aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle fluid systems components -- or equivalent relevant industry experience.

• Experience handling clean hardware in a maintain cleanliness fashion.

• Proficient computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.

• Knowledge of high pressure, cryogenic, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical power systems.

• Ability to safely work around pressurized systems up to 10,000 PSIG

• 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

• A continuous improvement mindset.

• 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. Must be able to gain access to Redstone Arsenal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of precision cleaning and sampling within an IOS-5 clean room.

• Working knowledge of aerospace cleanliness specs for Clean Room activities, and Manufacturing environments

• Experience with Creo Parametric, Creo View and Windchill

• Experience with fabrication techniques for component hardware modifications or creation of spare material from raw stock

• Experience in a direct supervision/leadership position

• Experienced in handling large components

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.

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