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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

This position is part of the Space Systems Development (SSD) business unit. SSD develops next-generation concepts and systems to advance our future of living and working in space sustainably.

At Blue Origin's Space Resources Program, we are dedicated to developing In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) technologies for the Moon and beyond. Our goal is to expand humanity's reach into space, discovering new energy and material resources for the benefit of Earth. If you're driven by innovation, eager to learn, and uncompromising on safety and quality, you could be an excellent fit for our inclusive, open-minded, and forward-thinking team. Join us in shaping a future where millions live and work in space

In this critical role at our Los Angeles Facility, you will oversee the management of our state-of-the-art R&D facility. Your collaboration will be crucial to ensuring operational excellence in the construction, setup, maintenance, and handling of the facility and equipment. You will also work alongside multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists. This role demands hands-on high technical expertise, leadership, and organizational skills to match our rapid design, analysis, and integration pace.

Special Mentions

• Relocation provided

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversee the setup, construction, operation, and maintenance of the R&D facility and Equipment. 

• Lead facility-related teams, ensuring compliance with aerospace development standards. 

• Manage the operation of forklifts, scissor lifts, cranes, and other heavy machinery. 

• Conduct inventory management for R&D components and hardware, ensuring lab supplies and environmental compliance. 

• Provide interface with equipment and people responsible for equipment (10% interface connections and 90% facilities)

• Coordinate with organizational Facilities teams for strategic alignment and operational efficiency. 

• Develop and execute strategies for space management, maintenance reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives. 

• Ensure compliance with federal/state regulations  

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administrations, engineering construction management or related field 

• 10+ years of management and leadership experience in facilities management. 

 

Compensation Range for:

CA applicants is $42.47-$59.45

Other site ranges may differ

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

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 [email protected].

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