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SalaryAt 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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
Blue Origin is looking for a motivated leader, dedicated to the expansion of maritime operations in support of space hardware recovery. This role will manage a small group of dedicated maritime professionals and associated vessels in support of Blue Origin's developing maritime operations, with the goal of rapid expansion in capabilities.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Support intermittent offshore operations, providing coverage for critical mission needs
- Manage responsible vessel engineers and professional crew to maintain asset availability and readiness
- Support all planning and maintenance needs for Blue Origin maritime assets
- Create and manage operational budgets
- Interface directly with the Port Authority for scheduling and coordination
- Interface directly with 3rd party vendor personnel for chartered assets and coordinating needs and readiness
- Coordinate offshore asset and personnel schedules to meet mission needs
- Coordinate vessel logistics to maintain asset availability
- Assist in the development of new marine asset development and architecture
- Coordinate changes and needs for existing assets to maintain mission support, including design change and coordination of testing and personnel training
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum of a BS degree in Marine Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture or Equivalent and 5+ years of marine or aerospace experience
- Minimum of 7 years or relevant experience as a port engineer or vessel operations manager
- Merchant Mariner credential (MMC)
- 3+ years of professional experience working in a role that directly interfaces with the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) and its associated rules and regulations
- 3+ years of professional experience working in a role that directly interfaces with US Coast Guard (USCG) vessel inspections and licensing
- Experience performing work in compliance with CFRs, United States Coast Guard Standards, American Bureau of Shipping Guidelines, and other applicable standards for marine applications
- Knowledge of vessel management systems and safety management systems
- Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a positive working culture
- Strong safety mindset and experience, including hands-on experience planning and conducting hazardous or critical operations
- Ability to operate, make decisions, lead, and make forward progress in ambiguous environments
- Experience with critical operations where real-time decision-making affected success criteria
- Strong personnel, planning, and project management skills
- Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
- Must be willing to travel to other Blue Origin locations as necessary; role may require travel (10-20%)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated innovation with maritime operations, experience with novel maritime concepts and experience working with the USCG on Design Basis Agreements (DBAs)
- Current USCG Master Unlimited credential with Master of Towing, and DP certifications
- Chief Engineer Unlimited credential
- Dynamic positioning unlimited certification (DP2)
- Current USCG license, and ability to pass relevant USCG examinations and federal facility background checks
- Ability to work offshore on maritime vessels supporting recovery operations, and for extended periods of time
- Experience managing vessel operations, crews, maintenance and logistical support
Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.
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.
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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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 "EEO Is the Law," 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 EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.
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