Orbital Tube Welder Level 3 Blue Ring
Blueorigin · Alabama
📍 Huntsville, ALvia workdayFirst listed here 2026-09-17
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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.
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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
As an Orbital Tube Welder at the Huntsville Engine Production Facility, you will:
Fabricate and install hydraulic, pneumatic and propellant tubing
Work with engineers to review design concepts, provide feedback for ease of assembly, and support development tests
Review, edit and follow work instructions for assembly tasks
Plan and communicate assembly steps for complex mechanical installations
Safely work with hazardous systems, containing chemicals and/or high pressure
Be able to hand fit and tack weld parts together with TIG welding as required
Work with design engineers to help recommend tooling designs needed to fixture parts for welding
Ability to visually inspect welds and verify quality utilizing borescopes and other inspection methods
Develop weld schedules for various systems and components
Setup, operate, and maintain orbital tube welding equipment
Cut and prepare all tubing and fittings used in welding operation
Maintain a clean work environment
Qualifications:
3+ years of orbital welding experience
5+ years experience in aerospace or related fields
Experience with AWS D17.1 and or similar fusion welding or orbital tube welding specifications.
Ability to use standard mechanical tools, fabrication shop equipment (band saw, chop saw, grinders, drills, etc.)
Capable of using precision tools to accurately measure tight tolerances (calipers, height gauge, scales, etc.)
Ability to read and understand aerospace 2D/3D drawings
Experience with various thin wall alloys (316 SS, Inco 625, CRES 21-6-9, Monel, Titanium)
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.
Must be physically able to:
Climb ladders and stairs, and work in small, restricted areas
Lift and carry 25 lbs.
Desired:
Familiarity with tube fabrication (bend, flare, fittings, etc.) and pressurized system safety
Experience measuring and inspecting tube assemblies using a vector measuring machine
Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware
Knowledge of drawing review, scheduling systems, work order systems, inventory and various issue tracking systems
Working knowledge of a variety of tube/fluid applications including GN2, GHe, hydraulics and cryogenics
Ability to use of 3D CAD tools (CREO is preferred), and ability to read and interpret GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard
Experience cleaning tube systems to aerospace or medical standards
Clean room experience
Certification from an orbital weld training program
Tube bending experience
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 sche
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