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blueorigin lists this CNC Programmer - A shift opportunity in huntsville, Alabama. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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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.
As a Level III CNC Programmer, you will apply your advanced technical expertise in manufacturing to produce flight-critical machined components for space systems. You'll leverage your extensive experience in CNC programming and operation to develop optimal machining strategies, create efficient programs, and solve complex manufacturing challenges for aerospace hardware.
Key Responsibilities
Manufacturing Strategy Development
Transform engineering designs into comprehensive machining strategies
Optimize production processes for Mills, Lathes, Multi-Axis Mills/Lathes, and VTLs
Provide critical design-for-manufacturing feedback to engineering teams
Programming & Technical Leadership
Develop, edit, and optimize CNC programs for complex aerospace components
Design custom tooling and fixtures for specialized applications
Create detailed set-up documentation and technical instructions
Implement process improvements for both machining operations and workflows
Quality & Production Support
Maintain rigorous configuration control for all manufacturing documentation
Troubleshoot manufacturing discrepancies and implement solutions
Support make-buy decisions with accurate machine time estimates
Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards and specifications
Minimum Qualifications
Passion for Blue Origin's mission of enabling millions of people living and working in space
15+ years of hands-on manufacturing experience
10+ years in CNC programming with NX/UG or MasterCam
5+ years experience machining hardened metals and working with nickel-based alloys and aluminum
Expert-level blueprint reading skills including GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard
Proven experience with tooling/fixture design and optimization
Strong skills in determining optimal cutting parameters and cutter selection
Excellent communication and documentation abilities
Self-motivated with strong prioritization skills to meet project deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with NX CAM software
Experience with Vericut or similar simulation/verification software
Expertise with exotic materials including nickel-based alloys, copper, and titanium
CMM programming and operation experience
CNC machine setup and operation capabilities
Ability to support off-shift operations when required
Experience operating heavy lifting equipment around flight critical hardware
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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Worksite address
huntsville, AL, 35824, US
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