Launch Operations Transporter Operator

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

About the role

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 hardworking team of Launch Operation specialists, you will develop the next generation of launch and space vehicle manufacturing on Florida’s Space Coast at our Orbital Launch Site Manufacturing Complex.

You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of transporting large equipment, vehicle stages, large flight hardware, and other components requiring critical transport and handling considerations. The work will involve move execution, loading/unloading operations, rigging, load monitoring, and process documentation. The Launch Operations group interfaces directly with vehicle design, production, launch systems, and other test and operational groups. We put a strong emphasis on teamwork, coordination, and service to support all Blue Origin team needs.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with engineers and mission planners to plan and execute transportation operations
• Responsible to verify that all work is being performed efficiently, safely, and in accordance with quality standards
• Check and maintain the efficiency of the SPMTs and Dual Lane trailers, execute regular maintenance and perform troubleshooting as required
• 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 SPMTs (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)
• Operation of overhead cranes and transportation equipment including Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMTs), Dual Lane hydraulic transporters, large tow tractors and trailers, and other heavy equipment on public and private roads

Qualifications

• Experience operating large transport equipment such as SPMTs, hydraulic transporters, and large tugs/trailers
• Versed in lifting, rigging, and securing large and heavy loads
• Experience in reading and understanding engineering drawings and documentation to ensure that loads, loading methods, load securing, and load transport comply with transport plans
• Work 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift, as well as overtime, when necessary

Desired: Commercial Driver License, Class A or Class C (Florida issued CDL or ability to obtain)

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.

Schedule

• 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift, as well as overtime, when necessary

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.

Background Check Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical.