Technician - Foundry III

Join Blue Origin's Team

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.

Join a small, passionate, and accomplished team building and refining rocket engine components within our Casting operation. You'll apply technical expertise, craftsmanship, and a commitment to quality to enable safe, repeatable human spaceflight. In this role, you'll improve component design, maintenance, and refurbishment while developing and deploying methods that improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize build sequences and schedules. You will also support DFMA/PFMEA studies to strengthen the feedback loop between design, build, and test—accelerating rocket engine development. This work directly impacts the history of space exploration.

Responsibilities:

• Continuously improve foundry methods and finishing approaches to enhance quality, reduce cost, and shorten build cycles.
• Participate in design and process reviews to tighten the design–build–test feedback loop.
• Create and refine clear, step-by-step work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Keep safety first: use the right PPE and follow safe handling procedures for heat, chemicals, and heavy equipment.
• Contribute to Lean and continuous improvement: reduce waste, improve ergonomics and safety, and enhance quality.
• Communicate clearly, collaborate across teams, and support an inclusive culture.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time; maintain full traceability of the work you perform.
• Prepare and assemble patterns to mold plates (including 3D-printed patterns); verify fit-up and gating/risers.
• Mix, test, and record mold materials; maintain simple batch records and logs.
• Operate equipment to build mold shells; inspect, weigh, and document finished molds.
• Get molds ready for casting; run burnout and preheat ovens, verify soak times/temperatures.
• Receive and prep metal for melting; confirm alloy identity and heat/lot traceability.
• Operate melting furnaces and safely pour metal per instructions and process parameters.
• Safely use material-handling equipment (cranes, forklifts, rigging) around flight hardware.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of hands-on manufacturing experience (aerospace preferred).
• Able to read work orders, drawings/blueprints, and safety instructions; basic GD&T familiarity preferred.
• Basic computer skills for electronic work instructions and part tracking.
• Comfortable with common hand tools; solid hand–eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with hard metals and tight-tolerance aerospace components.
• Blueprint reading with GD&T basics (ASME Y14.5).
• Deburr/finishing experience on nickel-based stainless steels, copper, or titanium.
• Safe operation of cranes and forklifts around flight hardware; basic rigging practices.
• Comfortable with chemicals and blast environments using proper PPE.
• Experience with grinding and cutting (plasma/abrasive), sandblasting, and chemical etch.
• Familiarity with part traceability, configuration, and pedigree.
• Experience with pencil, orbital, and angle grinders; selecting abrasives for material and finish requirements.
• Ability to provide practical feedback to improve finishing and deburr steps.
• Prior foundry experience (mold building, oven work, melting/pouring) is a plus.
• Work around heat, furnaces, and heavy equipment with proper PPE.
• Stand for extended periods; move molds/rigging safely; climb ladders and stairs; work in tight spaces.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs for short periods.
• May require respirator fit testing; may wear a full blast suit (helmet included) for sandblasting.
• Able to perform everyday math (whole numbers, fractions, decimals).

Compensation Range for WA applicants is $32.57-$45.60. 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. 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.

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