Senior Refurbishment Operations Technician
4 days ago
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 diverse 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-capableOn our team, we are adaptable, trustworthy, persistent, professional, collaborative, and creative. If you share our passion and vision, thrive in a dynamic startup environment, continuously seek opportunities to learn and improve, excel in cross-functional team environments, and are ready to make an impact, then we would love to hear from you
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise and commitment to quality to positively impact safe spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required
Special Mentions
- Relocation provided.
- Travel expected up to 0-5% of the time.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, supporting all shifts/OT, as necessary, to support business needs.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Maintenance of spaceflight hardware and equipment
- Replacement of electrical wire harnesses and instrumentation
- Drilling close tolerance, precision holes in a variety of metals and composites
- Complex mechanical assembly
- Crane rigging and lifting operations.
- Assist engineers in reviewing design concepts, providing feedback for improvements.
- Familiarity working with assembly fixture tooling.
- Review and follow written work instructions for complex mechanical installations.
- Innovate and improve processes to increase efficiency of operations.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, supporting all shifts/OT, as necessary, to support business needs.
- Training will start on day shift and will potentially last several months.
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We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space
- 4+ years' experience in aerospace, aviation, automotive, offshore ops or related fields
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
- Ability to read, understand, and use technical manuals and detailed work instructions.
- Experience and comfortability working in both research and flight environments.
- Knowledge and experience with personal protective equipment
- Knowledge in the proper use of different types of aerospace fittings and seals
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to utilize hand tools, power tools and heavy equipment.
- Use of precision measuring instruments and attention to detail
- Familiarity with hydrostatic, hydraulic, and pneumatic testing
- Experience with thread insert installation and thread tapping tools.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as be a self-starter.
- Able to climb ladders, stairs, and work in small, restricted spaces.
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Familiar with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our 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.
- Must be able to gain U.S. Space force DBIDS access credentials.
Preferred Qualifications
- A&P license or equivalent experience in integration and test of flight systems and structures
- 5+ years of experience in launch vehicle, propulsion system assembly, vehicle integration, or aircraft assembly and maintenance
- Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware.
- Experience with 3-D Measurement Tools, such as Faro Arms, Trackers and Verisurf software
- Working knowledge of a variety of rocket propellants, including Hydrogen Peroxide, RP, and cryogenics
- Familiarity with tube fabrication (bend, flare, fittings, etc) and pressurized system safety
- Knowledge in the use of 3-D CAD tools (ProEngineer is preferred.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.
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.
Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.
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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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 "EEO Is the Law," 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 atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.
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