CNC Machining Manufacturing Engineer

1w1 week ago

Blue Origin

US · Full-time · $120,000 – $160,000

About this role

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. This role supports the development and qualification of CNC machining processes for a new advanced hardware program.

The successful candidate will own machining process engineering across precision multi-axis milling and turning of nickel superalloy turbomachinery components to finish machining of additively manufactured parts. Deep CNC process engineering expertise is required, including developing machining strategies, CAM programming approaches, optimizing toolpaths and cutting parameters for difficult-to-machine aerospace alloys. Provide real-time engineering support during first-article and production runs.

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. It includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. Join our team of problem solvers to positively impact safe human spaceflight.

Combine strong manufacturing engineering fundamentals with hands-on machining knowledge to define processes from CAM strategy through first-part-off and drive to capable, repeatable production. Help select production equipment, stand up machining work cells, and build the machining operation from the ground up. Passion for our mission and vision is required.

Requirements

Deep CNC process engineering expertise in developing machining strategies and CAM programming approaches
Experience optimizing toolpaths and cutting parameters for difficult-to-machine aerospace alloys like nickel superalloys, stainless steels, and titanium
Knowledge of qualifying machining processes through first-article builds, Cp/Cpk studies, and SPC
Hands-on experience with finish machining of additively manufactured components including DMLS/SLM parts
Strong manufacturing engineering fundamentals combined with practical machining knowledge
Ability to provide real-time engineering support during first-article and production runs
Technical expertise in multi-axis milling, turning, and grinding for precision aerospace components
Familiarity with Design for Machinability (DFM) to influence design for producibility

Responsibilities

Develop CNC machining process plans for complex aerospace components, defining operation sequences, machine assignments, fixturing concepts, tooling selections, and cutting parameters for multi-axis milling, turning, and grinding operations
Define CAM programming strategies and standards, selecting toolpath approaches, establishing programming templates, and optimizing cycle time, surface finish, and tool life on nickel superalloys, stainless steels, titanium, and other difficult-to-machine materials
Qualify machining processes through first-article builds, process capability studies (Cp/Cpk), and statistical process control (SPC) implementation for critical dimensions and surface integrity requirements
Develop machining processes for finish machining of additively manufactured (AM) components, including datum strategy, stock-on-condition assessment, fixturing of near-net shapes, and post-processing to final drawing dimensions on DMLS/SLM-printed parts
Provide Design for Machinability (DFM) feedback to design engineering, influencing tolerances, feature geometry, surface finish callouts, material selection, and datum schemes to optimize producibility
Evaluate, select, and specify CNC machine tools including multi-axis mills, turning centers, mill-turns, grinders, and EDM equipment, with vendor assessment, capability studies, and factory acceptance testing (FAT)