Payload Operations Engineer II (R40077)

Job Expired

Space Coast, FL, United States

Full Time

a year ago

Job description

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 is a part of the Test & Flight Operations team, providing centralized support to business units with a focus on the design, build, and maintenance of the ground systems, test, and launch facilities across multiple locations.

As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will process flight hardware, perform spacecraft mate & encapsulation, transport, mate to the launch vehicle, participate in integrated testing, and closeout operations leading to launch of New Glenn. You will share in our team’s impact on all aspects of payload operations. As part of Payload Operations you will be a member of a highly skilled team reporting to Mission Operations/Test & Flight Operations. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities:

Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and other documents in order to draft detailed procedures for assembly and operation of payload processing ground and flight hardware
Develop/Edit operations procedures for integration of launch vehicle flight hardware and maintenance of ground support equipment
Gather and interpret ground processing environment data for the encapsulated payloads to assure compliance with interface requirements
Lead a small group of qualified technicians to perform integrated payload processing activities in a 100K (ISO-8) class or higher cleanroom, and interacting with New Glenn spacecraft customer teams
Assist with hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of payload fairings, adapters, and related flight hardware including mechanical, instrumentation, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment
Oversee operation and maintenance of a wide range of support equipment and tools
Closely collaborate with engineers and technicians from various launch vehicle and ground system disciplines on a daily basis
Perform ordnance handling, checkout, installation, and connection

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, physics, aerospace engineering or another related engineering discipline
3+ years of experience with payload operations, large launch vehicle operations, integration, manufacturing or test environment working on mechanical systems
Experience executing launch operations procedures
Direct experience with payload fairings, adapters, payload separation systems, spacecraft integration
Current TS/SCI clearance or ability to successfully complete a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI)
Must be able to travel to other Blue Origin offices, alternate launch site, and customer facilities (within and outside the United States)
Position requires lifting (35-lbs), climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying, and standing for extended periods (8 hours min.)
Must be able to become certified to operate equipment such as aerial lifts, forklifts, and overhead cranes
Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime as well as weekends, when needed to support test or launch campaign timelines
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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Beyond Gravity (formerly; RUAG) Payload Separation System Certification
Hands-on experience with ordnance handling, checkout installation, and electrical connection
Experience with lifting handling GSE, environmental control systems operations
Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook)
Experience with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
Highly detail oriented, diligent, hard working with excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate clearly and accurately with persons with diverse backgrounds
Demonstrated ability to work with limited supervision to develop and manage many tasks and schedules simultaneously

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.

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