Sr. PCBA Electrical Manufacturing Engineer

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, establishing ourselves as pioneers in developing novel exploration systems for the most extreme planetary environments. At our Southern California location, we look to "Touch Life" by supporting planetary science, including every NASA Mars rover since Spirit and Opportunity. We aim to "Mine the Sky" through the development of practical In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) solutions. We search for technically brilliant individuals in engineering, software, and support fields who take ownership of their work, enjoy collaborating in teams, and have a laser focus on the details that drive excellence.   As a member of the Blue Origin family of companies Honeybee Robotics has been at the forefront of robotics for over 40 years, establishing ourselves as pioneers in developing novel exploration systems for the most extreme planetary environments. At our Southern California location, we look to "Touch Life" by supporting planetary science, including every NASA Mars rover since Spirit and Opportunity. We aim to "Mine the Sky" through the development of practical In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) solutions. We search for technically brilliant individuals in engineering, software, and support fields who take ownership of their work, enjoy collaborating in teams, and have a laser focus on the details that drive excellence. You'll pioneer manufacturing processes that turn bold concepts into the space flight assemblies enabling tomorrow's exploration missions. You'll bridge the gap between visionary design and practical production, ensuring every piece of assemblies—whether it's destined for lunar regolith collection, Martian exploration, or mining operations that will support Earth's sustainable future—meets exacting specifications. You have the opportunity to create a huge impact on a small but growing team! The ideal candidate will develop, evaluate, and improve industrial manufacturing methods of high precision aerospace assemblies. They will utilize knowledge of - product design, materials, fabrication processes, tooling, production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards to successfully build and complex assemblies. Responsibilities:   Owns the manufacturing process of low volume complex printed circuit board assemblies and wiring harnesses, including internal and external suppliers  Creates shop order routings, selects vendors, and oversees fabrication from engineering release to component delivery.  Analyzes quotations received, select or recommends suppliers, and schedules deliveries  Builds and maintains relationships with external vendors and an understanding of their timelines and capabilities  Works with vendors and QA to certify vendor capabilities and qualify new processes  Reviews engineering drawings of complex printed circuit boards and circuit board assemblies.  Assists in Manufacturing Readiness Review, Material Review Board, and non-conformance dispositioning  Recommends improvements to in-house equipment and processes to improve manufacturing timelines  Communicates manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, or other information to facilitate production processes  Develop inspection and verification process for boards received from suppliers   Required Experience Skills and Education   US Person  5+ years of experience with engineering or manufacturing  Ability to read and interpret schematics and layout files in accordance with IPC Standards.  Process knowledge of PCB Fabrication, soldering process, PCB cleanliness, staking and conformal coating, harness assembly.  Familiarity with Altium Designer or equivalent CAD tool.  Bachelors degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar discipline  Preferred Experience   Experience with aerospace grade low outgassing material for PCB and harnesses  Experience with inspection methods (e.g. X-ray, DPA) is a plus  Experience with Harness Drawings conforming to IPC-WHMA-A-620/NASA STD 8739.4  Experience with IPC 6012  Green Belt or Black Belt Certification or experience in LEAN Six Sigma   Base Pay Range for: CA applicants is $134,434.00 - $188,207.25 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. 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. 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