Job Description

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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! 

This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.

The best kept secret in space exploration is the impact of marine assets and the use of one of earth’s most abundant resources, it’s oceans. The maritime industry has been paramount in the exploration of space since its early development. Hardware and crewed capsules have landed in the ocean with marine crews recovering hardware and astronauts since the early days of human spaceflight. As the commercial space industry expands and iterates on reusability to lower the cost of access to space, the importance of marine assets and the crews that operate those assets has never been more important. At Blue Origin, we are building a world class team that pushes the boundaries in space hardware recovery operations and delivers the simplest and best solutions to some of humanity’s most difficult problems. If you have the ambition, drive, determination, and skillset to change the world, we are looking to give you the platform to do so!

As part of a dedicated team, committed to pushing the boundaries of launch and recovery, you will support operations dedicated to at-sea space hardware recovery. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and reliable space hardware recovery operations. As part of a hardworking team, you will plan, manage, and operate complex recovery systems from activation thru ongoing operation. You will have an active involvement in the development, implementation, operation, and troubleshooting of Blue Origin marine assets and ground support equipment while performing hands-on work with the New Glenn flight hardware.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Shift Details:

A shift: Monday - Friday 6am - 2:30pm

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Able to work independently and as part of a team

• Provide independent technical contributions to the team on relative fields

• Mentor team members to produce a culture of learning and advancement

• Develop and implement the best shop practices

• Recovery vessel and GSE system fabrication, operation, and preventative maintenance, including:

  • Fabrication, routing, and testing of high-pressure tubing

  • Installation and checkout of wire harnesses and instrumentation

  • Machine shop equipment operation and maintenance

  • Performing tests and maintenance per written procedure

  • Review and suggest improvements to authored procedures and work orders

  • General troubleshooting of instrumentation, mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic systems

• Support New Glenn program offshore recovery operations

• Ensure vessel’s mission readiness by following established checklists and procedures

• Follow complex technical sequences and operations while adhering to Blue Origin policy and procedures to ensure a safe operational environment

• Support Launch Vehicle processing, testing and validation of New Glenn flight hardware and associated ground systems

• Safely work with hazardous chemicals, high pressure systems, and machinery

• Work with engineers on GSE design concepts/improvements and development tests

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED

• 0-2 years in an aerospace, marine, or other relevant field

• Must be able to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as a DOT Physical

• Must be able to obtain Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

• Must be willing to work on ocean going vessels for extended periods of time

• Must be able to work in extreme environments including cold, heat, wind, rain, and the open ocean

• Must be willing to work on ocean going vessels for extended periods of time (up to 30 days)

• Position will require heavy physical exertion such as climbing stairs and ladders, carrying heavy objects, and the possibility of working at heights or in confined spaces

• Proficient in the use of computer programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and familiarity working with tablet/digital based applications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Marine offshore or salvage operations experience

• Previous experience working on or recovering launch vehicles or aerospace hardware

• Familiar with the use of precision calibrated tooling (micrometers, torque wrenches, calipers, volt meters, etc.)

• Familiarity with tube fabrication (bend, flare, fittings, hydrostatic testing) and pressurized system safety

• Demonstrated ability to work with:

  • High-pressure gas systems (GN2/GHe)

  • Instrumentation and control systems

  • Test, flight, and safety critical hardware

  • Standard mechanical tools and fabrication shop equipment

• Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes, forklifts, scissor lifts, and personnel lifts, or other industrial equipment

• Experience with TIG/MIG, Orbital welding processes

• Experience with high voltage AC/DC electrical systems and PLC troubleshooting

• Experience with hydraulic systems

• Understanding of best practices related to 5S incorporation and to FOD elimination

• Ability to read and interpret drawings – GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard

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 (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.

• 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 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. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. 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. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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