Hardware Movement Technician II
About this role
Blue Origin is hiring a Hardware Movement Technician II, full-time, on-site in Huntsville, AL, 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!
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.
As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will be responsible for facilitating the flow of aerospace hardware and equipment to and from various work centers or departments for various spaceflight systems. This scope will require detailed coordination with cross functional teams to ensure accurate compliance with work orders and efficient movement of parts, materials, consumables, tooling and equipment in support of manufacturing. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of manufacturing and production. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.
Responsibilities:
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Coordination with all applicable Blue Origin departments to ensure on-time delivery of raw material, parts, consumables and tooling to and from the appropriate work centers
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Enforce completion of work center buyoffs prior to moving hardware to the next work center
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Ensure hardware and equipment are properly staged for inter-plant transportation/movement
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Cross-reference and confirm part quantity, part number, serial number, labeling and routing sheet persist with hardware throughout plant movements
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Ensure inventory movements are properly transacted and accurate
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Contribute to zero-defect philosophy by escalating observed non-conformance or design/manufacturing issues that deviate from the nominal process
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Support inventory deviation investigations found within work centers
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Participate in Tier II production meetings to communicate part status information to management/leadership
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Ensure smooth and efficient process flow by contributing to development/refinement of queuing software
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DOT compliance,
Qualifications:
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Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space!
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Minimum of high school diploma or GED
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Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
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Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted
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Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
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Willingness to utilize powered lifting equipment, jib, crane or hoists
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Must be open to working all required shift hours, including overtime and weekends, as needed
Desired:
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Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
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Strong computer skills, familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc
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Experience with MRP/ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, etc)
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Prior experience within the aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronic industries
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Prior CDL experience preferred
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Experience in organizing files and documents;
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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