Maritime Security Operator for Spaceflight

Blue Origin; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin seeks a Maritime Security Specialist – Boat Operator / Maintainer to join our security team in Merritt Island, FL. You will safely operate vessels, perform maintenance, and coordinate security duties near Cape Canaveral during launch operations.

The role requires rising to challenges with strong communication, situational awareness, and reporting. You’ll engage with maritime partners, prepare documents, and support transport of flight hardware as needed.

Qualifications

• Boat operator experience or capability to safely operate a vessel near port/sea environment.
• Experience communicating via VHF radio and maritime channels.
• Understanding of maritime security concepts and awareness.
• Ability to draft reports, meeting notes, and other documents.
• Maintenance or basic repair capabilities for security vessels and related gear.

Responsibilities

• Operate and navigate security vessels near Cape Canaveral and during port activities.
• Conduct basic maintenance and repairs of Blue Origin security vessels and equipment.
• Communicate with maritime community via VHF marine radio; inform launch hazard areas.
• Track vessels using radar/AIS to monitor proximity to hazard zones.
• Coordinate and conduct security tasks and support the landing platform vessel operations.
• Prepare reports and project documents; engage with port maritime meetings to explain exclusion zones.

Skills

Boat operation

Radio communication

Maritime security awareness

Report drafting

Vessel maintenance

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

Blue Origin seeks a Maritime Security Specialist – Boat Operator / Maintainer to join our security team in Merritt Island, FL. You will safely operate vessels, perform maintenance, and coordinate security duties near Cape Canaveral during launch operations.

The role requires rising to challenges with strong communication, situational awareness, and reporting. You’ll engage with maritime partners, prepare documents, and support transport of flight hardware as needed.