Engineer - Quality I (Machine Shops) - Early Career (2027 Starts) (Evergreen)

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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We are looking for an early-career Quality Engineer to support our fabrication operations, covering precision machining and structural welding. This role is a strong fit for a recent graduate or early-career engineer who wants hands-on experience with hardware, and to help build quality processes in a growing operation.

Working with mentoring from senior quality engineers, you will partner with manufacturing engineers, machinists, welders, and inspectors to make sure fabricated parts meet drawing and specification requirements. You will learn the shop floor, solve real problems, and help put strong quality practices in place. Our quality management system is aligned to ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100.

Special Mentions

- Relocation provided
- Interviews will include a technical assessment
- Kent, WA, Huntsville, AL, or FL

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Support quality for machined and welded components from first part verification through production
- Review drawings, routers, work instructions, and inspection plans for clarity, inspectability, and alignment to requirements
- Help perform and document first part verification on new or changed machined and welded parts as part of the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
- Help assemble PPAP packages, including dimensional results, material and process records, measurement system analysis, and initial process capability studies
- Support weld quality by reviewing Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and welder qualifications, and by assisting with visual weld inspection
- Coordinate nondestructive testing (NDT), such as PT, MT, UT, and RT, with qualified personnel, and review the results
- Help write nonconformance reports (NCRs), support NC dispositions, and keep records complete and traceable
- Participate in root cause and corrective action (RCCA) investigations using 5 Whys, fishbone (Ishikawa), and 8D; track actions to verified closure
- Help develop process flow diagrams, process FMEAs, and control plans for machining and welding processes
- Collect and analyze quality data (defect trends, scrap, rework, first-pass yield, SPC) and present clear findings and recommendations
- Support measurement activities, including gage selection, calibration status checks, CMM report review, and basic Gage R&R studies- Help write and improve procedures, forms, and work instructions, and support internal audits
- Spend significant time on the shop floor, learning machining and welding processes firsthand and building strong relationships with production teams

Minimum Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (e.g., Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Welding, or Materials Engineering, or a related field)
- 0–2 years of engineering experience
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings-
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel or similar tools for data analysis
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work on-site in a fabrication shop environment and wear required PPE (safety glasses, hearing protection, safety footwear)
- 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.

Preferred Qualifications

- Internship or co-op in quality, manufacturing, machining, or welding engineering
- Hands-on project team experience (e.g., Formula SAE, Baja SAE, robotics, or similar) that involved fabricating, machining, or welding hardware- Familiarity with GD&T per ASME Y14.5
- Familiarity with welding processes (GTAW, GMAW, SMAW) and welding codes such as AWS D1.1, AWS D17.1, or ASME Section IX
- Exposure to CNC machining processes and dimensional inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, height gages, CMM)
- Coursework or exposure to statistics, SPC, or design of experiments; Six Sigma Green Belt training a plus
- Familiarity with problem-solving methods such as 8D, A3, or FMEA
- Familiarity with PPAP and APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) concepts
- Exposure to ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 quality management systems
- Experience with data tools such as Minitab, JMP, Power BI, or Python
- Pursuit of or interest in AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) certifications

Base Pay Range for:
WA applicants is $75,289.00 - $105,404.25

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.