Blue Origin · 5 hours ago
Orbital Launch Transport Operator
Space Coast, FL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelBlue Origin is dedicated to developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. The Orbital Launch Transport Operator will be responsible for planning and executing transportation operations for large equipment and vehicle stages at the Orbital Launch Site Manufacturing Complex on Florida’s Space Coast.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Work directly with engineers and mission planners to plan and execute transportation operations
Responsible to verify that all work is being performed efficiently, safely, and in accordance with quality standards
Check and maintain the efficiency of the SPMTs and Dual Lane trailers, execute regular maintenance and perform troubleshooting as required
Efficiently and safely carry out loading and offloading of large loads. This could include lifting, installing rigging, and weighing large heavy loads
Execute transport operation with a safety-oriented approach to identify and eliminate potential injuries and accidents
Support assembly, disassembly, and configuration of Modular Trailers and SPMTs (Scheuerle, KAMAG) in any configuration required for equipment or component transportation
Perform pre-mission dry runs to ensure functionality and operational readiness of transportation equipment
Operate transport and handling equipment as necessary (heavy transporters, tractor units, MHE)
Qualification
Required
Experience operating large transport equipment such as SPMTs, hydraulic transporters, and large tugs/trailers
Versed in lifting, rigging, and securing large and heavy loads
Experience in reading and understand engineering drawings and documentation to ensure that loads, loading methods, load securing, and load transport, comply with transport plans
Work 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift, as well as overtime, when necessary
Preferred
Commercial Driver License, Class A or Class C (Florida issued CDL or ability to obtain)
Benefits
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%
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.
Company
Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.
Founded in 2000
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$185.35MKey Investors
NASAUnited States Space Force
2024-02-20Secondary Market
2024-01-24Undisclosed· $18M
2021-12-03Grant· $130M
Leadership Team
David Limp
Chief Executive Officer
Tim Collins
Vice President, Global Supply Chain
Recent News
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