Technician - Lunar Struts Composite Manufacturing

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.

We are seeking a skilled Composites Technician who will contribute technical expertise and full lifecycle ownership of composite manufacturing, from layup through mechanical integration. This role is vital to the success of Blue Origin’s spaceflight operations, ensuring composite hardware is produced to the highest quality standards. The Composites Technician will set up production work areas, operate precision equipment, and implement continuous improvement initiatives, supporting safe, efficient, and reliable human spaceflight through meticulous management of composite manufacturing processes.

**Position Specific Details:  **

• Shifts:  A - Mon- Thurs (5:00 AM-3:30 PM) / B - Mon- Thurs (3:00 PM-1:30 AM) / C - Fri-Sun (5:00 AM-5:30 PM)

• Location: Space Coast, FL  

• Relocation: Available  

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare production work areas with necessary tooling and equipment to ensure efficient workflow and minimize potential delays during transitions to high-rate composite manufacturing.

• Perform layup, bagging, curing, trimming, drilling, and assembly of composite components, strictly following blueprints, specifications, and industry best practices.

• Integrate composite hardware into vehicles and subsystems, ensuring proper fit, finish, and mechanical integrity throughout the lifecycle.

• Operate material handling equipment (forklifts, cranes, etc.) and precision tools (torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, laser tracker, optical instruments) to maintain rigorous safety and quality standards in composite operations.

• Lead and support continuous improvement projects targeting safety, quality, and efficiency within the composite manufacturing and integration process.

• Conduct troubleshooting, repairs, and routine maintenance of composite hardware and shop equipment, ensuring operational readiness for production and development activities.

• Maintain clean, organized work areas in adherence to 5S principles, promoting safety, reliability, and operational performance.

• Execute application of specialty materials including adhesives, sealants, paints, primers, and thermal blankets on composite structures and hardware.

• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to resolve design, integration, and production challenges.

• Document process steps, inspections, test results, and anomalies in accordance with quality standards and operational procedures.

• Support transition from development of new composite processes to full-scale production, actively participating in process validation and improvement efforts.

• Participate in training, emergency response, and critical operations as needed to ensure team readiness for all scenarios.

Team Focus & Domain Expertise

Composites Technicians at Blue Origin are responsible for all aspects of composite manufacturing and integration, from initial layup to final assembly and testing. You’ll be hands-on in fabrication, handling large structural aerospace components, operating precision measurement instruments, and contributing to continuous improvement. Your work supports both spacecraft and launch vehicle payload accommodations, integrating mission-critical hardware into the world’s most advanced human spaceflight systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing, composite fabrication, integration, or related technical field (0-3 years Level I Technician, 3+ Level II Technician, 5+ Level III Technician, 8+ Sr Level Technician)

• Ability to accurately interpret engineering drawings and specifications

• Proficiency with precision calibration tools, including torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, laser trackers, and optical measurement devices

• Hands-on experience with adhesives, sealants, paints, primers, and thermal blankets in composite applications

• Perform Composite layup such as: Carbon Pre-Preg, Carbon fibers, Fiberglass, and Hand Layups

• Carbon composites cutting and drilling operations

• Comfortable lifting up to 50lbs and working at heights and/or in confined spaces as required

• Proficiency in digital tools, including Windows and Microsoft Office applications

• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry certifications, trade school training, or degree in a related technical field

• Operate or support large, specialized equipment such as Roll Wrap machines, large ovens, robotic operations, or trim and drill equipment

• Demonstrated success leading or supporting complex integration tasks in composite manufacturing

• Experience with curing processes and production control systems

• Experience in clean room manufacturing environments and maintaining clean environments (5S)

• Experience with high-rate manufacturing methods and cycle times

• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification

• Experience with new product introduction and process optimization for production scale-up

• Proven continuous improvement mindset and initiative for optimizing manufacturing operations

• Willingness to work overtime, responding flexibly to production and schedule needs

• Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills within technical teams

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on –Know Your Rights,– please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.