Director of Equipment Maintenance

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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 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.

We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As the Director of Equipment Maintenance, you will lead strategic equipment maintenance operations across the whole company, ensuring the organization operates with optimal functionality and efficiency. Your leadership will drive the improvement of operational performance, cost efficiency, and safety standards across the maintenance organization while aligning with company goals.

You will work with operations, automation engineering, reliability engineering, and equipment partners across Blue Origin to ensure our equipment runs at peak efficiency, maximum availability, and be instrumental to implementing Blue's manufacturing equipment strategy!

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement data-driven equipment maintenance strategies and procedures to enhance performance, longevity, and reliability of automated equipment.
• Oversee the management of all maintenance schedules, ensuring timely and effective execution, measured against clearly defined metrics for success.
• Collaborate with reliability engineering and operations teams to troubleshoot and permanently resolve equipment issues.
• Develop and champion emerging technologies, such as AI (deep learning, LLMs), IoT, and sophisticated analytics to enhance day-to-day maintenance functions - accelerating the team.
• Manage the maintenance budgets, working with maintenance managers to optimize resource allocation and reducing unnecessary expenditures.
• Conduct regular assessments and audits of equipment performance, recommending and implementing improvements.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and regulatory compliance across all maintenance activities.
• Foster innovation and continuous improvement in maintenance processes through the adoption of the latest technologies and practices.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in equipment maintenance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of maintenance management systems (CMMS) and practices.
• Experience with, and validated implementation in an industrial setting of Artificial Intelligence to accelerate maintenance functions.
• Proven track record of improving equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience within the aerospace or manufacturing industry.
• Certification in Maintenance Management or Reliability Engineering.
• Proficiency in maintenance software and tools.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale projects and cross-functional teams.

Culture Statement

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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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