CNC Programmer III (1st Shift)

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! - As part of a hardworking team of specialists, you will be responsible for development and modification of NC programs for mill, lathes and multi axis machines for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of producing accurate programs and set-up sheets enabling first article success on tight tolerance high value parts for various spaceflight systems. Specifically, this role is 100% programming of CNC Cam programs for now-volume, highly unique aerospace components. High attention to design-for-manufacturing concepts and new product introduction is key. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! Special Mentions: Relocation provided Shifts available: A Shift (Monday- Thursday 5am-3:30pm) Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Create NC programs for CNC Mills/Lathes/Multi axis mills and Multi axis lathes/VTLs to ensure engineering requirements are met Development of machining strategy to take design data and produce machined hardware Develop and manage set-up sheets Collaborate with engineers, manufacturing engineers and machinists Design custom tools and fixtures as needed Provide DFMA feedback Process improvement; both machining actual inputs and administrative process changes Conduct product acceptance within the guidance of the company policy Maintain configuration control on files and job records Safely work within an industrial environment Qualifications: 4+ years of experience in NC programming Excellent blueprint reading skills including GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard Tools fixture design Set-up sheet creation and management Cutter selection and cutter design if needed Feed and speeds calculations Must have stainless steel and aluminum experience DFMA Excellent Communication Fluent in use of precision hand tools and familiar with use of personal computers Individual must be self-motivating to prioritize work to meet project completion dates Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Desired: MasterCam X8 or higher experience Unigraphics NX experience Nickel based alloys, copper, titanium experience Vericut or other program verification software experience Machinist experience Setup and operate CNC machines Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $39.34 - $55.07 Other site ranges may differ 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. 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