CNC Programmer III (Day Shift)

Greater Seattle Area Aerospace Full-time Posted Oct 19, 2026
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About this role

Blue Origin is hiring a CNC Programmer III (Day Shift), full-time, on-site in Greater Seattle Area, in the Aerospace sector.

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!

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As part of a hardworking team of specialists, you will be responsible for development and modification of NC programs for mill, lathes and multi axis machines for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of producing accurate programs and set-up sheets enabling first article success on tight tolerance high value parts for various spaceflight systems.

Specifically, this role is 100% programming of CNC Cam programs for low-volume, highly unique aerospace components. High attention to design-for-manufacturing concepts and new product introduction is key.

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
- Shifts available: A Shift (Monday- Thursday 5am-3:30pm)

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Create NC programs for CNC Mills/Lathes/Multi axis mills and Multi axis lathes/VTLs to ensure engineering requirements are met
- Development of machining strategy to take design data and produce machined hardware
- Develop and manage set-up sheets
- Collaborate with engineers, manufacturing engineers and machinists
- Design custom tools and fixtures as needed
- Provide DFMA feedback
- Process improvement; both machining actual inputs and administrative process changes
- Conduct product acceptance within the guidance of the company policy
- Maintain configuration control on files and job records
- Safely work within an industrial environment

Qualifications:

- 4+ years of experience in NC programming
- Excellent blueprint reading skills including GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard
- Tools fixture design
- Set-up sheet creation and management
- Cutter selection and cutter design if needed
- Feed and speeds calculations
- Must have stainless steel and aluminum experience
- DFMA
- Excellent Communication
- Fluent in use of precision hand tools and familiar with use of personal computers
- Individual must be self-motivating to prioritize work to meet project completion dates
- 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.

Desired:

- MasterCam X8 or higher experience
- Unigraphics NX experience
- Nickel based alloys, copper, titanium experience
- Vericut or other program verification software experience
- Machinist experience
- Setup and operate CNC machines

Base Pay Range for:
WA applicants is $39.34 - $55.07

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, 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.

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