Offshore Recovery Technician I&C

The best kept secret in space exploration is the impact of marine assets and the use of one of earths most abundant resources its 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 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 humanitys 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 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.

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 include:

• Recovery vessel and GSE system fabrication operation and preventative maintenance including:
  • Wire harnesses instrumentation and communication systems
  • Performing checkouts and maintenance per written procedure
  • Review and suggest improvements to authored procedures
  • General troubleshooting of electrical instrumentation network and communication systems
• Direct support of New Glenn program recovery operations offshore
• Ensure vessels 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
• Perform facility organizational duties to ensure a safe and efficient workplace
• Safely work with hazardous chemicals high pressure systems and high voltage systems
• Work with engineers on GSE design concepts improvements and development tests

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED

• 5 years in an aerospace marine or other relevant field maintaining installing and repairing electronic control systems & data communications equipment

• Experience with high voltage AC DC electrical systems and PLC troubleshooting

• Experience operating and maintaining RF systems (S-band UHF VHF)

• Ability to interpret and update wiring diagrams layout drawings & engineering specifications

• Familiar with the use of precision calibrated tooling (micrometers torque wrenches calipers volt meters Oscilloscopes etc.)

• Familiarity with setting up IT networks (building RJ45 setting IP addresses configuring network switches and routers)

• Experience building troubleshooting and repairing fiber terminations

• Familiarity with maritime navigation equipment (ECDIS IMU/Heading Sensor AIS NME2000/183 standards)

• Familiarity with Serial Communication systems (RS232RS485CAN bus etc.

• Must be willing to work on ocean going vessels for extended periods of time (up to 30 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

• Must be able 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)

Desired Qualifications:

• Marine offshore operations experience
• Previous experience working on or recovering launch vehicles or aerospace hardware
• Demonstrated ability to work with:
  • High-pressure gas systems (GN2/GHe)
  • Hydraulic systems
  • 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
• Understanding of best practices related to 5S incorporation and to FOD elimination