Transport Technician - Assembly & Integration -2nd Shift

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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 small, passionate, and highly skilled team, you will support the transportation of space launch vehicles and components for human spaceflight programs. This is a hands-on role that demands strong communication, organization, planning, and inventory management skills. Your work will have a direct impact on the history of space exploration and will require consistent focus on safety and repeatability in every operation.

 We are seeking someone who brings technical expertise, strong leadership, and a deep commitment to quality to further our mission of safe human spaceflight. A genuine passion for our mission and vision is essential.

Position Specific Details:

• Shifts: B | Mon-Thurs (2pm-11:30pm)
• Location: Rocket Park, FL  
• Relocation: Available  

Key Responsibilities:

• Work directly with engineers to plan and execute transportation operations
• Responsible for verifying that all work is being performed efficiently, safely, and in accordance with quality standards
• Efficiently and safely carry out loading and offloading of large loads.  This could include lifting, installing, rigging, and weighing large heavy loads
• Execute transport operation with a safety-oriented approach to identify and eliminate potential injuries and accidents
• Support assembly, disassembly, and configuration of Modular Trailers and SPMT (Scheuerle, KAMAG) in any configuration required for equipment or component transportation
• Perform pre-mission dry runs to ensure functionality and operational readiness of transportation equipment.
• Operate transport and handling equipment as necessary (heavy transporters, tractor units, MHE)

Qualifications:

• Flexible to work varied shifts, overtime, weekends and travel on occasion
• Based upon job duties, may need to work in various areas that may cause exposure to fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals (well below OSHA and ACGIH exposure guidelines), outdoor weather, moving mechanical parts and/or be part of a hearing conservation program due to noise levels around certain equipment.
• Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment as necessary.
• Experience with ERP systems
• Ability to handle multiple decisions based on workload dispersion, program priorities and management and customer decisions
• Strong interpersonal skills including excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong math and analytical skills to solve problems
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• 2-4+ years of experience within the manufacturing industry.
• Associate’s degree or High school diploma.
• Experience lifting, rigging, and securing large and heavy loads
• Well versed in reading and understanding engineering drawings and documentation to ensure that loads, loading methods, load securing, and load transport, comply with transport plans
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• 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.

Desired:

• 3-5+ years of experience within the manufacturing industry.
• Associate’s degree or High school diploma.
• Experience operating large transport equipment such as SPMTs, large tugs/trailers, and AGVs
• Experience lifting, rigging, and securing large and heavy loads
• Well versed in reading and understanding engineering drawings and documentation to ensure that loads, loading methods, load securing, and load transport, comply with transport plans

Culture Statement

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