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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.
This position is part of the New Glenn recovery operations and reports to the Sr. Manager of Marine Operations. As a Port Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the readiness and operational capability of vessels supporting the recovery of New Glenn stages. You will work closely with a team of engineers, technicians, and launch personnel to maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance vessel systems critical to mission success.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Minimum:
B.S. Degree in Engineering, Science, or Math.
2+ years of demonstrated technical expertise in marine systems, propulsion and/or marine operations.
Strong operational planning and organizational skills.
Effective technical communication capabilities.
Ability to support occasional off-shift work schedules.
Desired:
Third Engineer or higher USCG STCW endorsement
DP Operator Certificate or DP Maintainer OEM Course. Extensive DP vessel experience can be accepted.
Knowledge of vessel system operation and maintenance processes.
Experience with ship integration and marine operations.
Control room or operations experience in high-consequence environments.
Experience with integrated management systems
Successful experience writing technical procedures and non-conformance documentation.
Leadership experience managing teams integrating multiple subsystems.
Strong safety record, including hands-on experience with hazardous operations.
Strong personnel management and mentoring skills.
Project management, budget management, and team leadership skills.
Knowledgeable in MS Office, Atlassian Suite and
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.
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Benefits
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 EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.
