Manufacturing Welder *ALL Shifts

Manufacturing Welder *ALL Shifts

Los Angeles, United States

Company
Blue Origin LLC
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
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Job Description
Orbital Tube Welder - All Levels (Multiple Shifts) page is loaded## Orbital Tube Welder - All Levels (Multiple Shifts)locations: 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. 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.As part of a hardworking team of welders, technicians and engineers, you will support Orbital Tube Welding of the New Glenn rocket. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. This position supports hiring for multiple levels (I, II, III, IV) for the team performing Orbital Tube Welding of the fluids tubes across the New Glenn rocket.This role entails working on-vehicle, performing welding operations in areas including scaffolding, in propellant tanks, and more.**Special Mentions:*** Relocation provided* Shifts available:* **A Shift** (Mon - Thu 5:00am - 3:30pm)* **B Shift** (Mon - Thu 3:00pm - 1:30am)* **C Shift** (Fri - Sun 5:00am - 5:30pm)* **D Shift** (Fri - Sun 5:00pm - 5:30am)**Additional responsibilities include:*** 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* Must be able to work overtime - if needed**Qualifications:*** Orbital welding experience highly preferred* 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.)* 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 take initiative and maintain a bias for action, be a self-starter**Culture Statement****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.**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 (CDL drivers only), 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.* Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.* Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation**Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io do not include any personal medical information in your request.Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable.
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Q What is the projected median annual wage for welders in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the projected median annual wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers in the United States is $52,500, or $25.24 per hour, as of 2026. Entry-level welders start at approximately $38,000 annually, while experienced ones earn up to $68,000. Wages are highest in manufacturing states like Louisiana at $28.50 per hour.
Q What visa do foreign welders need to work legally in the US in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, foreign welders typically require an H-2B visa for temporary non-agricultural work, with a fiscal year 2026 cap of 66,000 visas plus up to 64,716 supplemental. Employers must obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL proving no US workers available, valid for up to 12 months. Processing fee is $460 per petition as of 2026.
Q What are the minimum education and experience requirements for welder jobs in the US?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, welders need a high school diploma or GED and completion of a 6,000-hour apprenticeship program averaging 2 years. No prior experience is required for entry-level apprenticeships starting at age 18. Vocational training from DOL-registered programs provides the necessary skills in MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
Q What documents are required to apply for welder apprenticeship programs in the US?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants need a high school diploma or GED, proof of age 18+, driver's license, Social Security number, and resume listing any metalworking experience. Submit online via Apprenticeship.gov portal with sponsor-specific forms. Background check and drug test are standard, processed within 30 days.
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