Parachute Rigging Technician III

Blue Origin • El Paso, TX

14d • Onsite

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 the New Shepard program. New Shepard is a reusable suborbital rocket system designed to take astronauts and research payloads past the Kármán line – the internationally recognized boundary of space. Through operational reusability, New Shepard supports our mission of lowering the cost of access to space. As part of a hardworking team of specialists and technicians, you will work hands-on doing parachute refurbishment for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of parachute operations for Blue Origin. In a world-class parachute facility, you will support and lead safety-critical operations including the inspection, repair, and packing of space vehicle parachutes. As part of a team of rigging technicians, you will be critical in ensuring on-time, high-quality work that supports the program launch manifest. This role requires experience with parachute systems and all parachute operations – from recovering flown parachutes post-flight to delivering packed parachutes to the launch site for the next installation. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! Please note that this position is located in El Paso, TX (not in Van Horn, TX).

Requirements

• Prior experience in assembly, repair and packing of life support and safety critical parachute equipment
• Prior experience in high-density pressure packing of space grade parachute systems
• FAA Senior or Master Riggers License
• Ability to read and interpret engineering standards, technical requirements, engineering drawings, and work instructions
• Operate hand tools, electrical tools, hand cutters, measuring equipment, and light equipment
• Communicate effectively with team members
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Basic computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.
• Must be able to lift and carry 35 lbs. and spend long periods of time standing
• High school diploma or GED
• Must work on-site in El Paso, TX

Nice To Haves

• Explosives training and experience handling parachute deployment ordnance
• Prior experience with parachute testing, from the component level to an integrated assembly
• Understanding of 5S principles, FOD and tool control practices.

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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees