Offshore Recovery Technician (R36949)

The best kept secret in space exploration is the impact of marine assets and the use of one of earth’s most abundant resources, it’s oceans.  The maritime industry has been paramount in the exploration of space since its early development.  Hardware and personnel capsules have landed in the ocean with marine crews recovering hardware and astronauts since the early days of human spaceflight.  As the commercial space industry expands and iterates on reusability to lower the cost of access to space, the importance of marine assets and the crews that operate those assets has never been more paramount.  At Blue Origin, we are building a world class team that pushes the boundaries in space hardware recovery operations and delivers the simplest and best solutions to some of humanity’s most difficult problems.  If you have the ambition, drive, determination, and skillset to change the world, we are looking to give you the platform to do so!

As part of a dedicated team, committed to pushing the boundaries of launch and recovery, you will support operations dedicated to at-sea space hardware recovery.  This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and reliable space hardware recovery operations.

Responsibilities Include:

• Recovery vessel and GSE system fabrication, operation, and preventative maintenance, including:
  • Fabrication, routing, and testing of high-pressure tubing
  • Installation and checkout of wire harnesses and instrumentation
  • Machine shop equipment operation and maintenance
  • Performing tests and maintenance per written procedure
  • Review and suggest improvements to authored procedures and work orders
  • General troubleshooting of instrumentation, mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic systems
• Support New Glenn program offshore recovery operations
• Ensure vessel’s mission readiness by following established checklists and procedures
• Follow complex technical sequences and operations while adhering to Blue Origin policy and procedures to ensure a safe operational environment
• Support Launch Vehicle processing, testing and validation of New Glenn flight hardware and associated ground systems
• Perform facility organizational duties to ensure a safe and efficient workplace
• Safely work with hazardous chemicals, high pressure systems, and machinery
• Work with engineers on GSE design concepts/improvements and development tests

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• 1 years in an aerospace, marine, or other relevant field
• Position requires ability to obtain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as a DOT Physical
• Must be able to obtain Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Must be willing to work on ocean going vessels for extended periods of time (up to 21 days)
• Must be able to work in extreme environments including cold, heat, wind, rain, and the open ocean
• Position will require heavy physical exertion such as climbing stairs and ladders, carrying heavy objects, and the possibility of working at heights or in confined spaces.
• Proficient in the use of computer programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and familiarity working with tablet/digital based applications
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Must be eligible to gain access to Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Marine offshore operations experience
• Previous experience working on or recovering launch vehicles or aerospace hardware
• Familiar with the use of precision calibrated tooling (micrometers, torque wrenches, calipers, volt meters, etc.)
• Familiarity with tube fabrication (bend, flare, fittings, hydrostatic testing) and pressurized system safety
• Demonstrated ability to work with:
  • High-pressure gas systems (GN2/GHe)
  • Instrumentation and control systems
  • Test, flight, and safety critical hardware
  • Standard mechanical tools and fabrication shop equipment
• Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes, forklifts, scissor lifts, and personnel lifts, or other industrial equipment
• Experience with TIG/MIG, Orbital welding processes
• Experience with high voltage AC/DC electrical systems and PLC troubleshooting
• Experience with hydraulic systems
• Understanding of best practices related to 5S incorporation and to FOD elimination 
• Ability to read and interpret drawings – GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard

Salary : $47,700 - $60,400