Flight Operations Engineer III Booster

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At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were 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!

After completing a challenging hands-on training program and successfully certifying you will be responsible for operating the Booster at our Texas launch site in support of the New Shepard pre-launch launch and post-launch activities. As a flight controller your role will be pivotal in carrying out a safe and successful this role you will also support many aspects related to development and continuous improvement of the launch operation such as procedure authoring and verification process improvement maintenance support and safety analysis.

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

This job is based in Van Horn TX with regular (25%) travel to Kent Washington for training and team integration.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop proficiency in operating sophisticated mechanical fluid and avionics systems as you work toward and complete certification as a Booster Controller for test and launch of the New Shepard rocket.
• Serve as a flight controller on launch day for a high-cadence high-consequence operation leading tasks such as the simultaneous loading of propellants and associated fluids into the rocket.
• Respond to off-nominal scenarios taking appropriate actions to maintain crew and astronaut safety and help lead the team to resolution of anomalies.
• Operate the Booster systems in support of vehicle testing and pre-launch preparations for New Shepard launch (vehicle checkouts mission simulation etc.)
• Develop and support procedure updates for use across all phases of the operation.
• Support control console human machine interface upgrades.
• Support systems safety activities by working toward process and documentation improvement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering or relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years experience as an operator or flight controller including time on console or in a control room and familiarity with radio/voice loop communication protocols.
• Minimum 3 years direct experience with complex vehicle preparations testing or similar technical hands-on experience.
• Strong ability and desire to understand sophisticated systems investigate and tackle challenging problems and work in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and adherence to established protocols.
• Performs well in time-critical scenarios while maintaining a calming presence under pressure
• Strong digital literacy and ability to learn new software tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating pneumatic and electronics/control systems.
• Experience coding simple software programs or algorithms.
• Familiarity with typical aerospace vehicle pressure system and structural manufacturing technologies.
• Experience leading teams as an Operator Test Conductor or Test Engineer.
• Experience developing writing and updating operating or test procedures.

Compensation Range for:

Other site ranges may differ

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• 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.

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