Blue Origin
RefurbishmentOperationsTechnicianIII
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“Refurbishment Operations Technician III at Blue Origin. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement, technical expertise, leadership skills, commitment to quality, Mechanical aptitude, Use of precision measuring instruments. Maintenance of spaceflight hardware and equipment. Replacement of electrical wire harnesses and instrumentation”
What You'll Achieve.
positively impact safe spaceflight; increase efficiency of operations; positively impact safe human spaceflight
Industry & Context.
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., Able to climb ladders, stairs, and work in small, restricted spaces., Lift and carry up to 50 lbs., Must be able to gain U. S. Space force DBIDS access credentials., Potential travel: Up to 10% for training and related activities (where applicable), 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., Blue’s Standard Background Check, Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation, 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., Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
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 threaded 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, Must be able to gain U. S. Space force DBIDS access credentials.
Nice to Have
A&P license or equivalent experience in integration and test of flight systems and structures, 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.
What You'll Do.
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.
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
to support business needs.
Training will start on day shift and will potentially last several months.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
cross-functional coordination; Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Communication Scope
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Full Job Description
Application close date: 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. 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 refurbishment 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 On 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! **Position Specific Details:** * **Shifts: D |** Fri-Sun (5PM-5AM) * **Location:** Space Coast, FL * **Relocation:** Available * **Potential travel
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