Space Launch Operations Lead (Shift)

blueorigin; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Stock options

Paid time off

Education support program

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a hands-on Operations Leader to guide technicians and engineers in day-to-day mission and launch operations at the Space Coast, FL site. You will lead safety-driven teams, plan and monitor shift work, ensure compliance with procedures, and provide hands-on support for integration, checkout, and test activities.

The role requires 3+ years in mission/flight operations with 1+ year in frontline supervision, plus experience with hazardous systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in mission/flight operations, launch/test operations, aerospace/industrial systems, or a closely related operational environment.
• 1+ year of frontline leadership directing technicians or operators.
• Experience with complex or hazardous systems (cryogenic, pneumatic, hydraulic, high-pressure, propellants).
• Ability to read and follow technical documentation (procedures, work instructions, drawings, schematics).
• Proven ability to plan and prioritize daily work for a team while meeting safety and schedule commitments.
• Basic proficiency with digital tools (email, spreadsheets, maintenance/operations systems).
• Willing to support non-standard hours and travel occasionally to other Blue Origin sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead technicians/operators in day-to-day mission, test, and/or launch operations with a strong focus on safety, quality, and schedule.
• Plan, assign, and monitor work (shift coverage, work center assignments, overtime, and backup coverage).
• Ensure work is performed per approved procedures, work instructions, drawings, and safety/quality requirements.
• Provide hands-on technical support for integration, checkout, test, and operations of flight and ground systems as needed.
• Conduct regular performance check-ins and reviews; coach, develop, and mentor team members.
• Support hiring, onboarding, training, and recognition for your team.
• Communicate work status, issues, and risks clearly to leadership and partner teams.
• Drive a strong safety culture; identify hazards, support incident investigations, and implement corrective actions.
• Identify and implement continuous improvements to increase safety, quality, efficiency, and repeatability.
• Maintain clean, organized, compliant work areas.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Quality focus

Communication

Documentation reading

Digital tools

Non-standard hours readiness

Travel flexibility

Education

Associate degree in relevant field

Formal technical training

Tools

Procedures/manuals

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a hands-on Operations Leader to guide technicians and engineers in day-to-day mission and launch operations at the Space Coast, FL site. You will lead safety-driven teams, plan and monitor shift work, ensure compliance with procedures, and provide hands-on support for integration, checkout, and test activities.

The role requires 3+ years in mission/flight operations with 1+ year in frontline supervision, plus experience with hazardous systems.