Manufacturing Engineer III – Mechanical Systems

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 a member of the Blue Origin family of companies, Honeybee Robotics has been at the forefront of robotics for over 40 years. Our Colorado location specializes in creating advanced motion control solutions for NASA, defense, and commercial programs. Our work has played a critical role in thousands of projects, spanning from conceptual design studies to flight missions, including NASA's Artemis I Mission and the Roman Space Telescope. We are seeking technically brilliant individuals who are passionate about their work, thrive in collaborative environments, and have a laser focus on the details that drive excellence. Manufacturing Engineer III – Mechanical Systems   About Blue Origin    Blue Origin is a spaceflight and exploration company founded on the belief that humanity's future depends on our ability to live and work in space. We are working to lower the cost of access to space through reusable launch vehicles and in-space systems, enabling a future where millions of people live and work in space. We value curiosity, passion, integrity, and a relentless drive to achieve our mission. Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.    About   This   Role   Honeybee Robotics, a member of the Blue Origin family of companies, has been at the forefront of robotics for over 40 years. Our Colorado-based Motion Control Business Unit designs, manufactures, and tests high-performance motion control components and integrated solutions — from actuators and gearboxes to motors and precision control systems — for NASA, defense, and commercial programs, including NASA's Artemis I Mission and the Roman Space Telescope.   Blue Origin is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer III to support the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes, production tooling, and fixtures for complex   machined   and mechanical components. You will work at the intersection of design engineering and production operations, driving quality, cost efficiency, and schedule performance in support of high-volume production for   TeraWave   motion control products.   Responsibilities   Design for Manufacturability (DFM)   Review engineering drawings and 3D models and provide comprehensive DFM feedback to design engineering teams, identifying features or tolerances that drive unnecessary cost or cycle time   Provide make/buy recommendations based on internal capability assessments, cost analysis, and strategic program needs   Recommend cost reduction opportunities through material substitution, process optimization, feature simplification, or alternate manufacturing methods   Participate in design reviews (PDR, CDR, production readiness reviews) representing the manufacturing engineering perspective   GD&T & Drawing Review   Review engineering drawings for GD&T compliance per ASME Y14.5, ensuring tolerances are inspectable and appropriate for the manufacturing process   Identify drawing errors, ambiguities, or conflicts and initiate formal drawing change requests in collaboration with design engineering   Advise design teams on tolerance   stack up   implications and functional dimensioning strategies   Production Tooling & Fixture Design   Lead the design and development of production fixtures, assembly aids, inspection fixtures, and work-holding solutions to support machining, fabrication, and assembly operations   Define fixture requirements based on part geometry, process requirements, and production rate needs; generate fixture design packages including drawings, BOMs, and acceptance criteria   Maintain existing tooling and fixture inventory, establishing calibration and maintenance schedules as applicable   Process Development & Continuous Improvement   Develop and maintain manufacturing process plans, work instructions, and traveler sequences for machined and mechanical assemblies   Apply Lean manufacturing principles to drive cycle time reduction, scrap reduction, and process standardization   Collaborate cross-functionally with quality, operations, and design teams to resolve production issues, eliminate bottlenecks, and support on-time delivery   Minimum Qualifications   Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering , Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field   5+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering in an aerospace, defense, or high-precision manufacturing environment   Demonstrated experience providing formal DFM feedback on machined component drawings   Proficiency in GD&T per ASME Y14.5; ability to independently interpret and critique complex geometric tolerancing schemes   Hands-on experience designing production fixtures and work-holding solutions; proficiency with 3D CAD tools (CREO/Pro-E, SolidWorks, or equivalent)   Familiarity with common manufacturing processes including CNC machining, turning, milling, EDM, and surface finishing   Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to present technical findings to cross-functional audiences   Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum   (as required by export control regulations)   Preferred Qualifications   Demonstrated experience with the full lifecycle of fixture design, validation, and production implementation for aerospace mechanism component manufacturing, including machining fixtures, assembly aids, and inspection tooling   Experience in fixture design for high-volume au