Softgoods Technician – Lunar Lander

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.

Softgoods Technician – Lunar Lander

As a Softgoods Technician for the Lunar Program, you will fabricate, assemble, and inspect softgoods components for Blue Origin’s Lunar Lander. Using industrial sewing machines, hand-stitching techniques, and precision bonding processes, you'll build crew cabin assemblies, harnesses, protective covers, cargo containment solutions, and structural soft components to human-rating standards. Your hands-on expertise will directly shape our manufacturing processes as we scale toward high-rate production, and your feedback will influence engineering decisions on workmanship, materials, and design. This is a unique opportunity to help establish the gold standard for softgoods fabrication at Blue Origin and to see your work fly to the lunar surface.

Position Specific Details:

A Shift: Monday – Thursday (5am – 3:30pm), Location: Space Coast, FL, Relocation: Available

Key Responsibilities:

• Fabricate softgoods components using industrial sewing machines, hand-stitching techniques, and precision bonding processes on aerospace-grade textiles.

• Execute pattern cutting and layup operations for crew cabin assemblies per engineering drawings and specifications.

• Perform detailed assembly and sub-assembly work on harnesses, protective covers, and structural soft components with attention to NASA human-rating standards and workmanship requirements.

• Conduct in-process and final inspections of softgoods assemblies, verifying dimensional accuracy, stitch quality, material integrity, and compliance with engineering specifications.

• Configure new production work areas with the necessary tooling and equipment to ensure efficient workflow and minimize any potential delays during the transition to high-rate manufacturing.

• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for safety and efficiency, enhancing overall productivity.

• Drive the transition from development to production, proactively performing troubleshooting and maintenance as needed.

• Maintain clean and organized work areas following 5S principles to promote safety and operational efficiency.

• Tasks involve preparing and testing payload systems and hardware by applying materials, conducting painting, sealing, composite layup, repairs, testing, and assisting with vehicle assembly and installation.

• Maintain strict Foreign Object Debris (FOD) control protocols and cleanroom discipline in all manufacturing areas.

• Document work orders, material usage, and inspection results in Electronic Work Orders and maintain accurate records.

• Contribute to team goals including schedule adherence, cost management, and zero-defect quality culture.

• Maintain a safe work environment by following all safety protocols, participating in safety briefings, and reporting hazards immediately.

• Strong attention to detail, essential for complex integration tasks.

• Operate and use precision calibrated tools (Torque Wrenches, micrometers, etc.) to maintain high safety and quality standards.

Team Focus & Domain Expertise:

This role will be supporting our Lunar Lander products.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proficiency in operating industrial straight stitch and bartack sewing machines

• Perform precision measuring, cutting, sewing, and assembly of softgoods for development and flight hardware to exacting specifications

• Interpret flat patterns, work instructions, and requirements documentation to ensure accurate fabrication

• Perform inspection of cut parts and sewn assemblies

• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to provide feedback and improve build processes

• Maintain cleanroom or controlled environment standards as required for flight hardware integration

• Knowledge of precision assembly processes and handling large aerospace components.

• Effective in-person and virtual communication and collaboration skills within teams to foster a positive work environment.

• Continuous improvement mindset and curiosity for optimizing processes, driving innovation.

• Ability to work A, B, C and D shift as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 0-3 years Level I Support Technician

• 3+ Level II Support Technician

• 5+ Level III Support Technician

• 8+ SR Level Support Technician

• Experience working on human space flight soft goods or aerospace soft goods

• Experience working on consumer soft goods products such as backpacks, harnessing, safety gear, workwear, or outdoor apparel.

• Experience with material handling and large-scale cutting tables

• Experience with physical testing of soft goods materials and assemblies

• Translate engineering definition to 2D flat patterns

• Ability to maintain and troubleshoot industrial sewing machines

• Experience with heat seal assembly techniques

• Maintain cleanroom or controlled environment standards as required for flight hardware integration

• Knowledge of precision assembly processes and handling large aerospace components

• Strong technical and leadership skills with a keen attention to detail, essential for leading teams in complex integration tasks.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills within teams to foster a positive work environment.

• Continuous improvement mindset and curiosity for optimizing processes, driving innovation.

• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification.

• Willingness to work overtime.

• Operate material handling equipment (forklifts, cranes, etc.)

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.

• 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

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