Vehicle Manager​/Refurb

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.

It provides manufacturing and supply‑chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

This job is based in Cape Canaveral, FL.

The Launch Vehicle Manager (LVM) will coordinate and complete sophisticated technical projects, orchestrating the refurbishment, upgrade, and pre‑launch preparations of a New Glenn Booster. The LVM will develop the schedule, coordinate assets, lead execution of post‑flight vehicle health checks, and be responsible for all planned and unplanned activities across the vehicle. The LVM will iterate on the published detailed plan to achieve flight‑readiness by the manifested launch date, working closely with dozens of technicians and engineers on both overall strategic flow management and day‑to‑day tactical planning.

The LVM will implement the plan and react swiftly to emergent issues, culminating in a Go/No‑Go recommendation on readiness for stage integration and flight.

• 4+ years of demonstrated technical expertise in the operation or maintenance of military aviation, aerospace, marine, automotive, or ground support systems in one or more of the following subject areas: propulsion, pneumatics, cryogenics, avionics, hydraulics, life support, test engineering, launch operations.
• Outstanding technical communication abilities, both written and verbal, to audiences with varying backgrounds.
• Unwavering dedication to “doing every job right,” no matter how small.
• Strong planning, organization, and coordination skills in a real‑time operations environment.
• Ability to solve multiple subsystem issues while maintaining situational awareness of the integrated system impacts.
• Ability to support occasional off‑shift work schedules during launch campaigns.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to an inclusive culture.

• 5+ years of demonstrated technical expertise in the operation or maintenance of aerospace, marine, automotive, or ground support systems in one or more of the following subject areas: propulsion, pneumatics, cryogenics, avionics, hydraulics, life support, test engineering, launch operations.
• Experience operating or maintaining vehicles in aerospace, land, or marine environments.
• Experience developing, writing, and updating operating procedures.
• PMP certification.

• 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.
• Stock options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week).
• Paid Time Off: up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company‑paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company’s intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company’s results, or other factors at the company’s sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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 workforce. 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…