Technician - Test & Launch Ops

Technician - Test & Launch Ops

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.

As part of a highly skilled team of technicians and engineers, you will install, troubleshoot, maintain and operate Facility systems that support critical test operations. Your work will directly influence system readiness, facility reliability, and the overall success of test site execution.

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 10% of the time
• Shifts available: 1st or 2nd shift depending on team priorities
• Operations span both shifts (6AM-2:30PM, 2PM-10:30PM) Technicians need to be available to support either shift pending team priorities
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• The safety of you and your co-workers
• Maintaining professional relationship with team members
• Working around high pressure and cryogenic hazardous environment at heights
• Cross training in electrical and mechanical trade
• Configuring the facility for hazardous operations including operating manual valves and traversing 24 flights of stairs
• Maintain training, personal goals and team goals
• Interacting and working alongside engineers to complete improvement projects
• Learning and operating facility systems

Qualifications

• Ability to closely follow diagrams such as AutoCad and P&ID drawings
• Familiar with mechanical and electrical safety critical hardware
• Demonstrate ability to work with electrical sensors and a have a good understanding of instrumentation calibration
• Demonstrate ability to understand low and high voltage systems
• General knowledge of electrical hand tools and proper use including Fluke multimeter
• Demonstrate ability to work with fluid systems including high pressure hydraulics, gaseous commodities and cryogenic liquid
• Demonstrate ability to fabricate mechanical systems including valves, tubing and piping systems
• Ability to travel if needed to support other Blue Origin locations
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, work at moderate heights, and climb ladders/stairs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• 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.

Desired:

• +2 years of experience in industrial facility/systems or launch vehicle operation, integration or maintenance
• Working knowledge of a variety of rocket propellants, including Liquid Oxygen, and cryogenic fuels
• Experience with WAGO push-in termination blocks, or similar
• Experience setting up, and pulling large amounts of low voltage wiring
• Experience around high-pressure systems
• Experience in tubing bending and pipe fitting
• Experience working with remotely operated valves
• Working as a personal contributor apart of a dynamic team
• Knowledge in Microsoft applications
• Understanding of 5s principles and tool control measures
• Ability to transition between mechanical and electrical systems
• Familiarization with computers

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 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

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. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.