Launch Operations Crane Operator III

Blue Origin•Space Coast, FL

11d

About The Position

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. As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will enhance the Launch Operations, in all aspects of crane operations. Duties will include reviewing and executing lift plans for critical lifting operations utilizing mobile and overhead cranes. In addition, this position will include, inspecting and using proper rigging for critical crane lifts and executing standard lift activities daily. Candidate will have the ability to inspect and properly utilize rigging hardware, lifting slings, as well as maintain Launch Operations mobile cranes and operator training records. You will be asked to support Test and Flight Operations Managers/Engineers as needed, per verbal directions, or written procedures to ensure all lifting operations are conducted safely. You will interface with stake holders towards efficient scheduling and prioritization, based on organizational goals. You will coordinate and communicate mobile crane requests and invoicing with the Crane Vendors. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Requirements

5+ years’ experience as a crane operator preferably with lattice and lock and pin booms.
5+ years working with or in the aerospace industry.
NCCCO, TSS, TLL certification
Extensive Knowledge in industry rigging standards and practices. (ASME, OSHA, SPFCMAN 91-710).
Calculate sling angles and sling angle tensions, determine center of gravity mathematically and in the field through extensive training and experience with materials and weights.
Must possess the knowledge in using and picking the proper rigging capacities and pick points to support the load safely.
Class A CDL with good driving record
Ability to develop and implement Critical lift plans in the field.
Ability to precisely follow critical lift plans and procedures prepared by Engineering.
Ability to work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities.
Ability to develop and train new crane operators on proper rigging practices and crane usage.
Basic computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.
Must be able to set a high hiring bar while evaluating and hiring top talent.
Highly important to be customer focused with strong verbal and written communication skills.
Intense curiosity for understanding the details of our business and how to optimize it.
Exceptional organizational and analytical skills and a proven ability to drive complex projects with minimal oversight.
Work off-shift, extended hours, overtime, and weekends if/when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Broad/deep Crane Operations planning skill set.
Certified Lift director
Certified Critical Lift Operator
Advanced rigging-Rigger 2
NCCCO Certified Signal Person
Aerospace background with experience handling high value aerospace components.
Mobile Harbor Crane experience
Offshore and knuckle boom crane experience
Experience in multi-drum operations; pile driving/auger drilling.

Responsibilities

Reviewing and executing lift plans for critical lifting operations utilizing mobile and overhead cranes.
Inspecting and using proper rigging for critical crane lifts and executing standard lift activities daily.
Inspecting and properly utilize rigging hardware, lifting slings, as well as maintain Launch Operations mobile cranes and operator training records.
Support Test and Flight Operations Managers/Engineers as needed, per verbal directions, or written procedures to ensure all lifting operations are conducted safely.
Interface with stake holders towards efficient scheduling and prioritization, based on organizational goals.
Coordinate and communicate mobile crane requests and invoicing with the Crane Vendors.
Develop and train new crane operators on proper rigging practices and crane usage.

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%, and an Education Support Program.
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.

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