Senior Instrumentation & Controls Technician - Orbital Launch Site

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 supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.

The team at New Glenn's Orbital Launch Site is driven by safety and teamwork, alongside unparalleled execution and leadership. At LC-36, you will play a crucial role in historic missions and partner with a galaxy-class team that drives New Glenn to new heights! Blue Origin's Road to space lifts off here.

In this role, you will be responsible for installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of instrumentation and controls used in various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of a world class launch facility.

Your daily responsibilities will also include pulling and routing cabling, terminating, and activation of systems all while having a safe working knowledge of hazardous locations and work practices therein. You will be an appreciated team member where opportunities to improve processes, simplify, or introduce a technological advantage will be valued. You will directly work with design engineers taking ownership and delivering results. You will need to have a flexible work schedule with the ability to support OT including weekend work to support business needs.

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!

Position Specific Details :

• Shift : Monday - Thursday (6 : 00am - 4 : 30pm), Location : Space Coast, Fl, Relocation : Available

Qualifications :

8+ years of instrumentation experience in a following field : aerospace, industrial, or oil and gas

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to closely follow electrical diagrams and schematics

Ability to read, understand, and use technical manuals

Mechanical aptitude, use of hand tools, and safe working practices

Ability to lift 50lbs, work at medium heights, climb ladders, stairs, etc.

Familiar with PLC's, installing and troubleshooting instrumentation to include valve positioners, thermocouples, pressure transducers, and other general electronics

Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as be a self-starter

Pre-job planning, layout, and ultimately a high level of attention to detail

Desired :

10+ years of experience building / maintaining launch pads

Working knowledge of propellants, hazardous and class division / groups, NEC, and UL 508a

Experience operating forklifts, scissor lifts, telescopic boom lifts

Associates degree in electronics / technical field

Culture Statement

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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.

Paid Time Off : Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus : Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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