Maintenance Shift Lead

Maintenance Team Leader

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 hardworking team of specialists, you will lead the maintenance team in ensuring all production assets are maintained to OEM/company standards by coordinating and overseeing preventative maintenance schedules, and directing detailed troubleshooting and repair activities for plant equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and supervise the equipment maintenance team responsible for preventive and corrective maintenance on a variety of industrial equipment, including robots, welders, furnaces, lasers, multi-axis mills, lathes, VTLs, and more.
• Oversee and direct troubleshooting, repair, and ongoing maintenance of complex electrical control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and VFDs.
• Manage work requests, assign tasks to maintenance technicians, and ensure timely completion of work orders.
• Coordinate emergency and unscheduled repairs, including managing overtime or shift coverage as necessary to maintain operational readiness.
• Schedule, prioritize, and assign orders to meet operational and production deadlines.
• Promote 5S principles of organizing and sustaining efficient and presentable team workspaces
• Manage team performance, provide regular feedback and coaching, set near and long term goals, and conduct performance evaluations to support the professional growth and effectiveness of maintenance team members.
• Champion and enforce safety procedures, practices, and training to ensure a safe industrial environment for all team members.
• Administer and ensure accurate record-keeping within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Qualifications:

• Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space!
• Completion of secondary education (High School Diploma or GED) required.
• Minimum of 3+ years' supervisory or team leadership experience in a maintenance or industrial environment.
• Minimum 6 years' hands-on experience in a multi-skilled maintenance role.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic diagrams, and P&IDs.
• Experience with VFDs, servo drives, HMI interfaces, and industrial instrumentation.
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 70E, and general electrical safety practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to foster teamwork and positive culture.
• Strong self-motivation and organizational skills; able to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• 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:

• Background in robotic systems, CNC equipment, and predictive maintenance technologies
• Proficiency in PLC troubleshooting (Studio 5000, TIA Portal, etc.).
• Fanuc, Haas, Siemens and Heidenhain controls experience
• Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as overhead cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware
• Experience with root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.
• A.S. degree in relevant technical field (Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or related technology) preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to perform physical tasks, including standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting, and working in confined spaces.
• Capability to regularly climb stairs or ladders throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift materials up to 25 lbs unassisted as part of daily duties.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed to support operations.

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

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