Technician - Maintenance | All Shifts All Levels

Employer description

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. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists, you will maintain all production assets to OEM/company standards, perform preventative maintenance routes, and perform detailed troubleshooting of plant 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!

Shift Details:

Shift Details:

B shift: 5pm - 5:30am Monday - Thursday

D Shift - 5pm - 5:30am Friday - Sunday

Responsibilities:

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on a variety of industrial equipment, including robots, welders, furnaces, chillers, 5-axis CNC mills, lathes, motors, gearboxes, and various manufacturing equipment

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and VFDs

Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control issues

Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs as needed (may include occasional overtime or off shift coverage)

Safely work within an industrial environment

Maintain records in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Maintain clean and organized work areas, including adherence to 5S practices

Qualifications:

Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space!

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a multi-skilled maintenance role

Read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic diagrams, and P&IDs

Experience with motor control, VFDs, servo drives, HMI interface, industrial network protocols (ProfiNET, ProfiBUS, Ethernet) and industrial instrumentation

Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and wiring diagrams

Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 70E, and general electrical safety practices

Excellent communication skills

Familiar with use of personal computers and CMMS

Self-motivated and ability to prioritize projects to meet completion dates

Desired:

Fanuc, Kuka, and Siemens controls experience

Experience with robotic systems and motion control

Proficiency in PLC programming and troubleshooting (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk ME, TIA Portal, etc.)

Experience with robotic systems and motion control

Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as overhead cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware

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.

Background Check

Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check

Required for Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

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.

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.

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 [email protected]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.