Manufacturing Engineer - Blue Ring Avionics

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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.

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 a part of the Operations business unit supporting Blue National Security, you will focus on the development of satellite systems aimed at solving two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit. As a member of a hardworking team of engineers and specialists, you will be responsible for the design, manufacturing, and testing of Blue Ring — a spacecraft capable of supporting a variety of missions from medium Earth orbit to the cislunar region. The Blue Ring spacecraft provides unprecedented delta-V capabilities, enabling customers to maneuver payloads of more than 3,000 kg to a variety of Earth orbits. Additionally, Blue Ring offers end-to-end services, including hosting, transportation, refueling, data relay, logistics, and in-space edge computing capabilities.

As an Avionics Manufacturing Engineer, you will serve as the technical authority for the subassembly and integration of spacecraft avionics panels, translating engineering intent, drawings, and configurations into precise, repeatable manufacturing processes. You will work at the intersection of electrical and mechanical disciplines, ensuring avionics panel hardware is built to the highest standards of quality, workmanship, and mission assurance. You will develop and own work instructions governing printed circuit board assembly (PCBA), cable and harness installation, panel integration, and acceptance testing — all in compliance with J-STD-001, IPC-6012, and IPC/WHMA-A-620 workmanship standards. This is a hands-on engineering role requiring deep engagement on the manufacturing floor alongside technicians, quality engineers, and design teams.

If you share our vision, thrive in a dynamic startup environment, excel on integrated cross-functional teams, continuously seek out opportunities to learn and improve, and do not allow title or job description to limit the depth or breadth of your contributions — we would love to hear from you.

Special Mentions:

• A-Shift | Monday–Thursday | 5:00AM–3:30PM

• Location: Huntsville, AL

• Relocation: Available

• Travel: Expected up to 20% of the time

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Translate engineering intent, drawings, schematics, and configurations into fully functional avionics panel hardware through the development of clear and precise manufacturing work instructions.

• Lead and support avionics panel subassembly and integration on the manufacturing floor, including PCBA installation, connector installation, cable and harness routing and termination, panel closeout, and bonding/grounding.

• Enforce and apply workmanship standards per J-STD-001 (soldering), IPC-6012 (qualification and performance of rigid printed boards), and IPC/WHMA-A-620 (cable, wire, and harness assemblies) across all avionics panel build activities.

• Serve as the technical liaison between avionics design engineering, electrical systems, test operations, and manufacturing to ensure seamless translation of design intent to production.

• Develop and maintain manufacturing work instructions that clearly define receiving inspection, fabrication, PCBA installation, wire harness integration, panel integration, functional testing, and refurbishment procedures.

• Disposition and investigate root causes of Non-Conformances (NCs) and Discrepancy Reports (DRs) related to avionics panel hardware; implement preventative and corrective actions.

• Author in-build redlines and recommend engineering changes to improve avionics panel design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA).

• Perform engineering drawing and schematic reviews, including IPC-2581 / Gerber data review, and provide final manufacturing approval.

• Conduct FMEA studies focused on avionics panel assembly processes, solder joint integrity, connector torque compliance, and harness routing to strengthen the design–build–test feedback loop.

• Drive DFMA principles across avionics panel design reviews, focusing on accessibility, connector placement, harness routing, strain relief, and testability.

• Identify and qualify tooling needs for avionics panel production, including soldering stations, torque tools, ESD-safe fixtures, and test equipment.

• Ensure all work aligns with applicable quality and safety standards (AS9100, ISO 9001), supporting a safe and compliant manufacturing environment.

• Support component acceptance testing and avionics panel-level functional verification activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university

• Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or process engineering role:

• 0–3 years → Level 1 Manufacturing Engineer

• 3+ years → Level 2 Manufacturing Engineer

• 5+ years → Level 3 Manufacturing Engineer

• 8+ years → Senior Manufacturing Engineer

• 1+ years of experience creating English-language work instructions

• Must be available to work A-Shift (M–TH, 5:00AM–3:30PM) with flexibility to adjust shift as needed and willingness to work extended hours if required

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance or ability to obtain.

• Certification in one or more of the following:

• J-STD-001 – Certified IPC Specialist (CIS) or Certified IPC Trainer (CIT)

• IPC-6012 – Qualification and Performance of Rigid Printed Boards

• IPC/WHMA-A-620 – Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies (CIS or CIT)

• Prior manufacturing engineering experience in aerospace, defense, or space systems with a focus on avionics or electronics manufacturing.

• Hands-on experience with avionics panel build activities, including PCBA installation, RF and data connector termination, wire harness routing and tie-down, chassis bonding, and panel-level functional testing.

• Experience with ESD-sensitive hardware handling and contamination control practices in a controlled manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with conformal coating processes, potting, and other avionics protection methods in accordance with IPC-CC-830 or equivalent.

• Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) as applied to avionics chassis, panel, and mounting hardware.

• Experience developing spacecraft or ADHP (Aerospace, Defense, and High-Performance) avionics hardware.

• Experience with Bill of Materials (BOM) management and BOM reconciliation within a PLM environment.

• Proficiency with Windchill or equivalent PDM/PLM tools; experience with Jules a plus.

• Strong skills in organizational and project management tools (JIRA, Confluence, MS Project, Gantt charting).

• Material Review Board (MRB) experience, including authoring and dispositing Non-Conformance Reports for avionics hardware.

• Experience with AS9100 Quality Management System (QMS) and related quality processes.

• Proficient in writing high-quality work instructions at a high pace in a fast-moving production environment.

• Excellent computer skills with the ability to quickly learn and apply new software tools as required.

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

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