Shift Lead - Marine Technicians - Offshore Recovery

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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.

The best kept secret in space exploration is the impact of marine assets and the use of one of Earth's most abundant resources, its oceans. The maritime industry has been paramount in the exploration of space since its early development. Hardware and manned 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 push 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. You will be responsible for the daily oversight and management of the skilled labor workforce that supports Blue Origin's fleet of marine assets and ground support equipment.

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!

• Supervise technicians within the Recovery Operations group and prioritize work assignments as needed
• Coordinate personnel and equipment needs for integrated operations between Recovery, Transportation, and Flight Vehicle teams
• Maintain all shop programs including Safety, 5S, and Clean‑As‑You‑Go programs
• Author job descriptions, screen candidates, conduct interviews, and make hiring recommendations
• Author, edit, and review work instructions and test procedures
• Communicate with engineers on equipment design improvements
• Complete tasks related to preventative maintenance in accordance with the asset management system
• Support offshore recovery operations involving New Glenn 1st Stage
• Safely work with hazardous chemicals, high pressure systems, and machinery
• Lead troubleshooting of instrumentation, mechanical systems, hydraulics, and marine systems
• Maintain and coordinate multiple marine vessels and assets

• High School diploma or GED
• 10+ years of experience in aerospace, marine offshore, integration, or other relevant field
• 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
• Demonstrated experience managing a skilled labor workforce
• Working knowledge of standard offshore operations and requirements
• Ability to lift 40 lbs, work in adverse weather conditions, climb stairs, and ladders
• Ability to work onboard ocean‑going vessels for consecutive days
• Ability to work off‑shift (2nd or 3rd shifts), extended hours, and weekends when required
• Basic computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.
• Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures
• Ability to communicate clearly with…