10+ years of experience in ordnance operations and inventory control
Strong communication skills for customer interactions
Proven experience in developing launch operations procedures
U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required
Ability to pass a background check for Cape Canaveral access
Knowledge of BATF regulations
Capacity to work independently under pressure
Experience in fast-paced environments with strong time management skills
Physical ability to lift 50 lbs and work in harsh climates.
Responsibilities
Lead the New Glenn Mission Operations ordnance program as Project Manager
Manage ordnance inventory and maintain compliance with regulations
Coordinate ordnance delivery, receipt, and storage operations
Develop project plans and manage change effectively
Support operational strategy and master scheduling
Create training materials for ordnance operations
Assist with launch vehicle integration at the Orbital Launch Site.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid parental leave and short/long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan with up to 5% company match
Stock options for all regular employees
Generous paid time off and company-paid holidays
Education support program for professional development.
Full Job Description
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.
As a member of a small team, the Ordnance Coordinator will lead the New Glenn Mission Operations and Orbital Launch Site ordnance systems management as well as develop and execute ordnance operations for Mission Operations at the launch site. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of Blue Origin's Orbital Launch Site and requires strong drive, attention to detail, organization, working long hours, and the ability to multi-task. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.
Responsibilities:
Project Manager for New Glenn Mission Operation ordnance program
Leads and manages the New Glenn Mission Operations Ordnance inventory
Maintains DOT CFR 49 & IATA Hazardous Material Shipping Certification
Coordinates Ordnance Receipt, Storage & Delivery with Ordnance Services (Magazines)
Tracks ordnance lot status and testing
Monitors industry notifications for similar ordnance systems (e.g. GIDEP)
Manage relevant assigned projects with responsibility for project planning, development, and change management, input to budget development and updating, clearly defining assigned project deliverables to the Mission Execution Manager.
Coordinate assigned project, daily business relationships and expectations in conjunction with overall Operations deliverables.
Work with the Managers within Operations to support and provide input into the Strategy, Master Schedules and Plans in order for Operations to achieve its goals.
Provide strong leadership and support within the organization to always consider problem solving to 'Root Cause', ensuring that we eliminate repeat issues.
Develop ordnance operations training materials for inclusion into the Blue Learning Management System.
Obtain State of Florida User License or Blasters Permit
Support launch vehicle integration operations at the Orbital Launch Site as required.
Qualifications :
10 or more years of work experience with ordnance operations and inventory control
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present Blue Origin to our customers in both written and personal meeting scenarios
Experience with developing and executing launch operations procedures
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident (current Green Card holder)
Must be able to pass a background investigation to gain access to Cape Canaveral AFS.
Knowledge of BATF regulations
The ability to work on own initiative and under pressure
Experience working in a fast moving environment and be able to demonstrate good time management and organizational skills
Ability to represent the company internally and externally in a highly professional and credible manner
Able to work full time schedule, overtime, on-call nights, weekends, and holidays
Experience working with the requirements of AFMAN 91-201 and DESR 6055.09-M
Position requires: lifting (50lbs), climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying, and standing for extended periods (8 hours min.)
Able to work in harsh climate environment.
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:
Bachelor Degree or equivalent in business, supply chain management, logistics, or related field of study
8 or more years of Operations experience (Manufacturing, Material Management and/or Engineering)
5 or more years in a Leadership Role responsible for Technical Products, Project Cost & Schedule Performance
Flexible to work varied shifts, overtime, weekends.
Experience with ERP systems
Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook)
Experience with project management/scheduling experience (MS Project, Primavera P6)
Experience with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
Blue Origin offers a phenomenal work environment and awesome culture with competitive compensation, benefits, 401K, and relocation.
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.
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. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.
About Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that develops rockets and spacecraft for commercial and government customers. The company's products include the New Shepard suborbital vehicle and the New Glenn orbital rocket. Blue Origin was founded in 2000 by Jeff Bezos and is headquartered in Kent, Washington.
