In-Space Systems Operations Training Engineer Level III (Top Secret Clearance Required / Sensitive Compartmented Information Required)

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. This role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, focused on addressing space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit. You will design, develop, and execute training for mission operations, ensuring consistent, repeatable, and reliable mission support.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute training for ops controllers, engineering support, AI&T, launch services operators, and payload customers for all vehicles within the In-Space System program. Training modalities will include lessons, hands-on events, and on-site rehearsals.
• Lead specific training areas or initiatives and take direction from senior staff.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers representing flight vehicle systems, ground software, flight control operators, and payload customers when developing training to ensure it is relevant and supports successful mission support.
• Run the simulator and training assets as needed for hands-on, practice, and rehearsal events.
• Define requirements and support development of future training simulators, interfaces, and other training assets.
• Evaluate console operator proficiency and currency for mission support; develop ad hoc and contingency training as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of operator training completion.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S in engineering, education, or equivalent.
• 5 years of experience in developing and executing training for mission support operators and engineers in a space-oriented, military, or government environment.
• Strong facilitation and communication skills to lead technical training and debriefs.
• Experience writing training course materials (lesson objectives and plans, evaluation criteria, hands-on training activities).
• Ability to travel to support training activities as needed. Typically, <10 per year but frequency will fluctuate depending on phase of mission or concurrent missions.
• Ability to support varied workday hours. Training may be required off hours or in shifts to accommodate time zones and work schedules. On-call support may also be required.
• Self-starter with strong coordination skills that is comfortable working programs with varying training needs. Must be able to initiate, track, manage and prioritize multiple simultaneous tasks and jobs.
• A consistent track record of working optimally with a multi-disciplinary team, and building strong working relationships within the organization and across multiple groups.
• 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

• M.S. in Engineering, education, or equivalent.
• 7+ years of experience in developing and executing training for mission support operators and engineers in a space-oriented, military, or government environment.
• Experience supporting mission operations (e.g., console ops, spacecraft/ground systems).
• Experience with Fox Training Management System or other TMS.
• Experience defining requirements for and integrating simulators or other training assets.
• Experience defining and tracking training effectiveness metrics and continuously improving training content over time.
• Excellent digital literacy with the ability to learn and apply new software tools as required.

Pay

• Base Pay Range for VA applicants: $130,706.00 - $182,987.70
• Base Pay Range for CO applicants: $119,814.00 - $167,738.55
• Base Pay Range for WA applicants: $130,706.00 - $182,987.70
• Other site ranges may differ.

Benefits

• 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%.
• Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week).
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion.