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Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
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 team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
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.
We are looking for a dynamic Mission & Flight Operations Manager / Sr Manager to lead teams that plan and execute safe, efficient operations for Blue Origin vehicles and payloads from hardware receipt through dayofoperations and postflight. You will own the operational execution of launch, test, and mission activities, coordinating across vehicle, payload, and ground systems while developing and mentoring a highperforming team of technicians, controllers, and engineers. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your Position Specific Details:
Shifts: A | Mon-Fri (6am-2:30pm), B | Mon-Fri (2pm-10:30pm),C | Fri-Sun (6am-6:30pm),D | Fri-Sun (6pm - 6:30am) Location: Space Coast, FL Relocation: Available
Key Responsibilities
Lead daytoday mission and flight operations for assigned vehicles, payloads, and/or launch complexes, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient execution. Develop, maintain, and execute integrated operations plans, procedures, and schedules for processing, test, and mission activities across facilities, teams, and shared resources. Manage a team of technicians, controllers, and/or engineers, including recruiting, onboarding, training, performance management, and career development. Act as a working manager when needed, supporting or leading handson integration, checkout, and test of flight and ground systems in the field or control room. Own and maintain operations procedures, checklists, launch and test timelines, and mission rules; ensure configuration control and alignment with engineering intent and safety requirements. Collaborate with Safety, Systems Engineering, Operations, Range, and program teams to identify hazards, support system and process hazard analyses, and implement mitigations. Maintain realtime situational awareness during onconsole and field operations; coordinate go/nogo decisions and start/stop of hazardous operations in partnership with safety, range, and engineering authorities. Track team readiness, qualifications, and certifications; own training plans, simulations, and drills to prepare crews for nominal and offnominal scenarios. Oversee maintenance, calibration, and readiness of ground support equipment (GSE), tooling, and operations infrastructure, including configuration changes and planned outages. Manage operations budgets and resource allocations within the Annual Operating Plan; provide input to capital and staffing plans. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., vehicle and payload programs, mission management, customers, and range organizations) to align operational plans, resolve conflicts, and support mission objectives. Drive continuous improvement through databased problem solving, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions. Ensure compliance with Blue Origin policies, procedures, and directives, as well as applicable regulatory, range, and environmental requirements. Communicate status, risks, and readiness to leadership through clear reports and participation in reviews, readiness assessments, and mission/launch boards.
Team Focus & Domain Expertise The Launch Ops team at Blue Origin is responsible for safely executing endtoend operations for our vehicles and payloads - from arrival of flight hardware, through integration, test, and launch or flight, to recovery and postflight processing. As a Mission & Flight Operations Manager / Sr Manager, you may be responsible for one or more of the following domains depending on assignment:
Launch Vehicle & Ground Operations |Vehicle integration, mate/demate, fueling interfaces, fluid systems (cryogenic, pneumatic, hydraulic), avionics checkout, and pad or teststand operations.
Payload & Encapsulation Operations ISpacecraft processing, fairing and adapter integration, encapsulation, transport, and mate to launch vehicles, typically in cleanroom environments.
Mission & Control Center Operations |Countdown and mission execution, console operations, realtime coordination with range and customers, and implementation of mission rules and procedures.
Launch Site / Complex Coordination | Integrated scheduling, hazard area management, access control, and sitewide coordination of shared facilities, resources, and clear zones.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering, physical sciences, operations, or a related technical field; or equivalent handson experience in a complex operational environment. 5+ years of experience in mission/flight operations, launch operations, flight test, range operations, or complex aerospace/industrial operations (8+ years for Sr Manager). 2+ years of people leadership experience managing technicians, controllers, operators, or engineers in a highconsequence operational environment (4+ years for Sr Manager). Direct experience planning and executing complex operations involving hazardous systems (e.g., cryogenic, pneumatic, hydraulic, highvoltage, highpressure, ordnance, propellants). Experience creating and managing operations schedules and resource plans using tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, or equivalent. Demonstrated ability to perform in dynamic, timecritical situations, making sound decisions under pressure and clearly communicating intent and status. Proficiency with standard office and operations software, with the ability to quickly learn new digital tools and operations/planning systems. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with a history of effective collaboration across crossfunctional teams. Willing and able to support nonstandard hours (nights, weekends, holidays, and oncall/surge support), work in field/industrial environments (outdoors, PPE, ladders, hazardous or restricted areas), and travel occasionally to other Blue Origin sites and launch/test locations.
Preferred Qualifications
7+ years (Manager) / 10+ years (Sr Manager) of relevant aerospace or space launch experience with complex engineering systems (e.g., launch vehicles, spacecraft, aircraft, propulsion/test facilities). 3+ years (Manager) / 5+ years (Sr Manager) of people management experience, including hiring, performance management, and development of highperforming operations teams. Experience leading at least one of the following: launch pad or test stand operations (including countdown and onconsole roles); payload processing and encapsulation in cleanroom environments; mission/control center or flight test controlroom operations; or launch site/complex coordination (hazard area management and access control). Handson expertise in at least one relevant technical domain, such as launch vehicle or payload integration; ground fluid systems (cryogenic, pneumatic, hydraulic); avionics, instrumentation, or electrical checkout; ordnance/explosives; or propellant/hazardous material processing. Working knowledge of safety and regulatory frameworks such as range safety requirements, OSHA/NFPA standards, explosives and hazardous materials regulations, and environmental/transportation regulations (e.g., 49 CFR, 40 CFR). Experience with system safety and process hazard analyses (e.g., FMEA, HAZOP, fault tree analysis). Experience using data and metrics for operational performance management and continuous improvement, including ERP/MRP and/or maintenance management systems. Formal training or certifications in operations management, project management, Lean, or Six Sigma. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance if required by program (e.g., Secret or TS/SCI).
Culture 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 an 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. 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
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. 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.
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 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. 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, sex, 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 "Know Your Rights," 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 atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request. California Applicant Privacy Notice If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.
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Blue Origin
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
Dec 30, 2025